Job Description

About Us

Loaf Catering is a vibrant social enterprise committed to delivering high-quality food while creating employment opportunities for people with learning difficulties and autism. Our mobile cafe service brings our delicious offerings directly to events and communities across Greater Belfast.


We're seeking a dynamic and hands-on Mobile Cafe Supervisor to lead our cafe operations over busy period, cover holidays or sicks. You'll be responsible for managing day-to-day service, supervising staff, ensuring food safety compliance, and delivering exceptional customer experiences on the move.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Inspire and support NOW Group catering students through provision of training and assessment opportunities in conjunction with training staff.


2. Oversee daily operations of the mobile cafe, including setup, service, and pack-down.


3. Supervise and support a small team of catering assistants, ensuring smooth service delivery.


4. Maintain high standards of food hygiene and safety (HACCP compliance).


5. Prepare and serve food and beverages to a high standard.


6. Manage stock levels, ordering, and inventory control.


7. Cover various locations across Belfast and surrounding areas.


8. Represent Loaf Catering's values and mission at public and private events.

This job description is not definitive and may be subject to review as the duties and responsibilities determine.

What We Offer

Benefits:

25 days annual leave plus 12 statutory days (pro-rata) Health Cash Plan (post-probation) Access to confidential staff counselling & financial advisory services Stakeholder Pension Scheme (5% employer contribution) Bike to Work Scheme Holiday purchase scheme Flexible working initiatives Wellbeing support programs

Our Values:

We are looking for candidates who align with NOW Group's values, demonstrating flexibility, dedication, and a commitment to empowering participants. Successful candidates will exhibit a passion for social change and the ability to work collaboratively with participants, stakeholders, and colleagues.

About The Role

Additional Information:

Successful candidates will undergo an Enhanced Access NI check. Shortlisting will be based on how well your application demonstrates that you meet the criteria.

Required Criteria

1. Previous experience in hospitality, catering, or cafe supervision. 2. Full UK driving licence (Category B) with clean driving record. 3. Strong leadership and communication skills. 4. Knowledge of food safety regulations and procedures. 5. Ability to work independently and adapt to changing environments. 6. Passion for social impact and inclusive employment.

Desired Criteria

1. Level 2 or higher Food Hygiene Certificate. 2. Experience working in a social enterprise or with vulnerable groups. 3. Barista skills or experience with mobile catering units.

Skills Needed

About The Company

At the heart of the NOW Group's mission is its commitment to empowering individuals to gain skills and access meaningful employment. It achieves this through tailored employment academies, which provide participants with industry-specific training and work placements, and through their social enterprise businesses Loaf Catering and Cafes and Loaf Pottery.


One of the best-known contributions from the NOW Group is the JAM ("Just A Minute") Card

- a tool that allows people with invisible disabilities to discreetly ask for patience in everyday interactions. It's a very successful initiative with over 182,500 users and 3, 000 global organisations regarded as being JAM Card Friendly.


The NOW Group's impact is driven by innovation, dedication, and an unwavering focus on changing lives for the better.

Company Culture

At NOW Group, our culture is what sets us apart. It's built on collaboration, compassion, and a shared belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive. Across our integrated team -- from Training and Employment to Family Service, JAM Card, Loaf Cafes, Catering and Pottery, Social Groups, and vital support services like HR, Communications, Finance and Compliance -- we are united by one purpose: to support people with learning difficulties, neurodiverse conditions, ADHD and autism into sustainable employment.


We don't just work side by side -- we work together. Each department brings its own strengths, but our true power lies in our ability to collaborate across teams. Our participants come from all walks of life, and it's our culture of teamwork, flexibility, and deep empathy that allows us to meet their varied needs with real impact.


In 2024/2025 alone, our culture of care and commitment helped place nearly 400 people into meaningful, sustainable employment across Ireland and supported 2,168 individuals to achieve 1,824 qualifications. These aren't just statistics -- each number represents a life transformed, a family supported, and a community benefitted.


What truly defines our team is heart. We care deeply -- not just about the work, but about the people behind it. Our team members show up every day with passion and purpose, knowing that their efforts are making a lasting difference. They don't see targets -- they see individuals, and the ripple effect that a single opportunity can have.

Company Benefits

Benefits at NOW Group

NOW Group is dedicated to the wellbeing and growth of our employees, offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both personal and professional needs. We provide

25 days of annual leave plus 12 statutory days

(pro-rata), allowing ample time for rest and rejuvenation.


We prioritize health and wellness through a

Health Cash Plan

, which becomes available upon successful completion of the probationary period, and

confidential staff counseling and financial advisory services

, ensuring support for your physical, mental, and financial health.


To help plan for the future, we offer a

Stakeholder Pension Scheme

with a generous

5% employer contribution

. Employees can also take advantage of our

Bike to Work scheme

and

holiday purchase options

, promoting flexibility and convenience.


Our

flexible working initiatives

, including a

hybrid working model

, and various

wellbeing programs

, reflect our commitment to fostering a positive and adaptable work environment for all team members.


Vacation, Paid time off, Cycle to work, Competitive salary, Long service recognition, Hybrid Working, On the job learning, Progression opportunities

Salary

26,000.00 - 28,000.00 per year