JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title:
Community Food Manager
Responsible to:
Programme Manager
Responsible for:
n/a
Key Relationships:
Programme Project Team, Programme Delivery Partners, Head of
Development,
Grade:
Management £20k - £30k
Primary Function:
The primary objective of this post is to support the Programme Manager in the organisation and delivery of
the ESF Food for Change Project. The post holder will achieve this by;
1. Working in partnership with Delivery Partners to develop an effective network within the four
communities whilst developing and coordinating the menu of activities across the four food
disciplines.
2. Delivering innovative and appropriate practical training in the three food disciplines ‘think, cook and
trade food’ within the local communities to agreed target groups to assist the participants in
identifying practical solutions to healthy eating and helping them overcome practical and personal
barriers to employment.
Management Responsibilities:
1. To work closely with the Food for Change project team and other stakeholders to ensure that at all times
a perfect working environment exists for the delivery of the programme and the achievement of the
Project Outcomes and ESF Deliverables.
2. To work effectively with all personnel, departments and companies to ensure consistency, efficiency,
professionalism and effective communication.
3. To participate constructively in both internal and external meetings as required, contributing the
necessary information and taking responsibility for the necessary actions as appropriate.
4. To comply with all company policies and standards, which are fundamental in maintaining effective
performance, communication and good business reputation.
5. To comply with all Safeguarding, Data Security, Food Hygiene and Fire, Health & Safety regulations,
attending any training as required by the Company and adhering to all company policies and legislative
requirements.
6. Represent the Cornwall Food Foundation, Fifteen and our values in your general conduct and in your
dealings with all stakeholders.
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7. To deliver on our Core Values of Achievement, Belief, Commitment, Integrity, Passion, Positivity, Respect
Main Job Responsibilities
Programme Development & Delivery
8. Working with partners, to organise, deliver and evaluate practical initiatives to address health needs in
relation to food. This can include facilitating workshops, attending health events and giving talks to
groups of people.
9. To organise and carry out practical cooking sessions and programmes for groups of participants who
have limited cooking skills.
10. Provide information to Delivery Partners to ensure a consistent approach to food skills and messaging on
food and health. To contact appropriate agencies where the project is not the relevant source of advice.
11. To support the development of volunteers in gaining skills and knowledge to enable them to move into
employment.
Accountability and Finance Management
12. To collate and provide detailed monitoring data and other information to inform the evaluation of the
project and allow the project to be scaled up and replicated elsewhere. As well as ensuring relevant
evidence is collected (as required) to evidence ESF funding claims.
13. To undertake risk assessments as needed to ensure the health and safety of both participants and self by
working within company policies and procedures and reporting any actions or omissions to the
Programme Manager.
14. To undertake basic admin duties to support the project. This will include duties such as record keeping,
correspondence, filing of information, monitoring equipment and resources and dealing with petty cash
where necessary.
15. Distribution and collection of evaluation and monitoring forms for participants
16. Production of activity reports on prepared forms
17. Organisation of relevant resources including venues for groups
18. Carry out shopping for groups and organise safe and hygienic storage of food before and after cooking
sessions.
19. Ensure relevant evidence is collected (as required) to evidence ESF funding claims.
Relationship Management
20. To report regularly to and consult with the Delivery Partners and Project Team at regular meetings, and
by telephone.
21. To work with individuals from a cross section of the community who may have no or very limited
cooking skills and experience of working in a kitchen.
22. To ensure consistency and professionalism by training to and maintaining the agreed standards of
performance and ensuring continuity in your absence through effective delegation and communication.
23. Manage daily workloads and establish clear timeframes to work within.
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PERSON SPECIFICATION
Attributes
Essential
Desirable
Skills &
Experience
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Experience of working with food ideally in a community
setting
Ability to arrange and deliver training
Experience of working with vulnerable adults in one to
one and group situations
Ability to effectively engage with people in a variety of
settings and approaches
Ability to shop, cook and motivate others to participate in
practical sessions
Experience of partnership or
collaborative working.
Vocational Qualification in Food and Nutrition science
and/ or training
Basic food hygiene certificate
Basic health and safety certificate
A qualification which
demonstrates ability to work
with vulnerable adults
Knowledge of and interest in healthy eating/ food related
problems and nutrition
Understanding of barriers to employment/training
Understanding of learning needs
Awareness of relevant
legislation and policy
including
Valuing People, Human
Rights Act, Health and Safety
and Equal Opportunities.
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Education
&Training
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Knowledge
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Good knowledge base of the
needs of people with a
disability
Behaviour
It is important that the person can demonstrate the following
competencies;
 Develops rapport and works effectively with a diverse
range of people
 Consults with, listens to and understands the needs of
those our work impacts
 Presents information and arguments clearly and
convincingly
 Sets high standards for oneself and others, guiding,
motivating and developing them
 Forms sound, evidence based judgements, making
choices, assessing risks to delivery and take accountability
for results
 Thinks ahead, managing time, priorities and risks
 Analyses situations from a variety of viewpoints and finds
creative workable and timely solutions
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Additional
Factors
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Researches and analyses information from a variety of
sources to draw conclusions
Takes personal responsibility for using and managing
resources effectively, efficiently and sustainably
Is flexible and adapts positively to sustain performance
when the situation changes or tensions rise
Access to own transport and a full UK Driving Licence
Commitment to equal opportunities
Willing to work outside normal working hours
Willing to complete DBS check
This Job Description and Person Specification is guideline only and is not exhaustive. You may be required to
perform other duties which are not expressly listed but are in keeping with the general purpose of your job
role and we reserve the right to make changes to this job description as appropriate.
This role is funded by the European Social Fund (ESF).
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