Coca-Cola HBC Slovenia supports employees during important life moments and fosters a stronger, more connected work environment. That is why the company offers a unique benefit that allows parents to celebrate key milestones in their children's education.
All employees in the Adria region are entitled to paid leave on the following special occasions:
– Two days off when a child enters kindergarten
– One day off on the first school day when entering the second and third grade of elementary school
– One day off when a child enters high school
– And one day off when entering the first grade of elementary school, as stipulated by Slovenian labor legislation
This benefit is very popular among employees in the region. In Slovenia alone, nearly one-third of employees used it last year, specifically 27 team members, which shows how valued and important it is.
“At Coca-Cola HBC, we are deeply aware of how important it is to be there for your child during special moments, and a day off is a precious benefit that helps our employees balance family and work responsibilities,” said Ida Hohnjec, Human Resources Director at Coca-Cola HBC Adria. She added, “This initiative is part of our broader commitment to creating a supportive and flexible work environment, which is why we offer a day off on the first school day of second and third grade, as well as when entering high school.”
This September is especially meaningful for the Vreže family, as they begin a new chapter in life. Val, the son of our business developer Tadej Vreže, crossed the threshold of elementary school for the first time. Tadej shared what these milestone-related days off mean to him: “Personally, this benefit means a great deal to me because I can truly be present with my child during this pivotal moment in life. In the morning, we accompanied him on his first day of school, and afterward, we’re going on a short trip because I want Val to remember this day in a positive way — a day when he met new classmates and also spent quality time with his family.”
A day off on the first day of school or when entering kindergarten is not only practical but also emotionally meaningful. It allows parents to be fully present, helps ease the child’s transition into a new environment, and lets the family share in the excitement of starting a new chapter. For employees, it sends a clear message that their family matters here.
Coca-Cola HBC Slovenia is proud to support its people not only in their careers but also in the moments that matter most at home.