Catering Manager

Action Together; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A charitable organization serving youth in Liverpool is seeking a dedicated Catering Manager to oversee the cafe at HideOut. This role involves creating innovative dishes, managing catering assistants, and ensuring a welcoming environment for young people. The ideal candidate should be passionate about local produce and minimizing food waste. Full-time position with benefits including gym access and training opportunities.

Benefits

OnSite Fitness Gym & Boxing/MMA Suite

Learning and Development Opportunities

Living Wage Employer

Company Sick Pay

Enhanced Maternity Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in catering and cooking for young people.
• Ability to create inspiring and innovative dishes.
• Strong communication skills with young individuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage catering activities at HideOut.
• Create and prepare appealing, low-cost dishes.
• Ensure a welcoming cafe environment for young people.

Skills

Passion for local produce

Minimizing food waste

Ability to relate to young people

Job description

To cater to all members of HideOut Youth Zone and take the lead on running all aspects of an inspiring, healthy, and cost-effective catering provision, including line managing Catering Assistants. The café is an essential part of our offer for young people (aged 8-19 years, up to 25 for those with additional needs), and the canteen area must be a warm and welcoming place for all.

The role encompasses creating, preparing, and cooking inspiring, innovative, and appealing dishes that are low cost. The post holder must be passionate about local produce, minimizing food waste, have a "can do" attitude, and relate well to young people.

*Although part of an integrated Empower Team, this role will be based at HideOut*

About EMPOWER

EMPOWER is the charity overseeing the creation, management, and sustainability of Youth Zones in Manchester and Salford. These include HideOut Youth Zone in Gorton, East Manchester, opened in 2020, and Salford Youth Zone in Pendleton, opened in 2025.

HideOut and Salford Youth Zones provide children and young people aged 8-19, and up to 25 for those with additional needs, with a safe space to go, engaging activities, and trusted support.

EMPOWER is part of the national OnSide Youth Zones network, supporting the creation and operation of Youth Zones across the country.

Youth Zones are purpose-built, energetic spaces filled with excellent facilities. They are staffed by skilled Youth Workers who believe in young people—helping them see their potential and develop skills, confidence, and ambition.

This support is life-changing, helping tens of thousands of young people from diverse backgrounds to thrive.

Key information

• Locations: Greater Manchester, Manchester
• Role Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Full-Time
• Closing Date: Monday 4th August 2025 at 12:00 pm
• Contact: Recruitment
• Contact Email: [e-mail]
• Benefits: OnSite Fitness Gym & Boxing/MMA Suite, Learning and Development Opportunities, Living Wage Employer, Company Sick Pay, Enhanced Maternity Leave