Catering Jobs jobs in Rushden

Overall Objective:

To lead in the planning, provision, development and delivery of catering and cafe sessions to enable our learners who have a range of learning disabilities. The post holder will be responsible for enhancing our catering provision, including the running of the MK SNAP Café, which serves the public. Adherence to food safety regulations and delivering outstanding service are also key objectives for this role.

Summary of Duties

· To efficiently and effectively run the kitchen at MK SNAP ensuring compliance with appropriate Health and Safety and Food Safety measures, policies and procedures.

· To ensure catering/café sessions are planned and run smoothly, meeting the needs of our learners. Including creating appropriate menus and materials to help promote the café.

· Deliver catering/cafe sessions to teach the learners transferable skills.

· To plan and deliver themed café activities to increase footfall.

· Oversee opening and closing procedures and ensure all relevant health and safety documents are all completed and up to date.

· To be responsible for ordering all food supplies and sundries and be responsible for stock control.

· Cash handling, float management and till reconciliation daily. Implementing till and pricing updates.

· Monitor the quality of food and drinks served in the café to uphold high standards.

· Liaise with our marketing lead to help promote café/catering events.

· Maintain a professional, polite, and well-presented demeanour while providing excellent customer care.

· To comply with all MK SNAP policies and procedures.

· Attend any training courses/events as deemed necessary.

· Preparing learners to undertake training and development, which may include food hygiene and/or safety in the work place certificates.

· To be creative in planning and delivering future external catering opportunities.

· Maintain the cleanliness and functionality of the kitchen to meet environmental health inspection standards.

· Support and attend any events as required by SMT, which may include the occasional evenings and weekends.

· To raise aspirations, inspire and continually improve outcomes and quality in delivery.

· To participate in team and performance review meetings.

· To develop, protect and enhance the MK SNAP brand.

· To deputise where required and act as an outstanding ambassador for the organisation.

· To carry out any other duties as required which are commensurate with the level of the post.

Essential

· A strong understanding and passion for working in a catering/café setting.

· Strong levels of personal integrity and commitment to safeguarding.

· Excellent communication skills.

· Ability to oversee, encourage and motivate staff and learners to follow health and safety procedures in the kitchen.

· Good IT Skills

· Willingness to complete Level 3 in Food Hygiene and Safety in Catering Certificate.

· Ability to co-ordinate and prioritise workload.

· Interest in all aspects of working in a community or charitable setting.

Desirable

· Experience in leading a team

· Qualification in a relevant subject including

· health & hygiene

· Experience of mentoring, supporting and encouraging adults with learning disabilities

· Experience of catering or home economics, hospitality in a commercial, community or educational setting

· Experience of working in various environments including schools, club and community settings.

· Ability to inspire, motivate and encourage individuals with a range of complex needs through positive engagement.

· A teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed or equivalent) or introductory qualification in teaching and learning with adults and willing to continue working towards a full qualification.

· First Aid certification.

This role is for 3 days per week. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8.45am-5pm

Closing date for applications is 13th August 2026.

MK SNAP operates a strict Safer Recruitment Policy and this role requires an enhanced DBS.
All applicants will be required to completed a standardised application form.

Pay: £13,354.24 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Catering: 1 year (required)
• Mentoring: 1 year (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Location:

• Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire (preferred)

Work Location: In person