Job Overview
31st July 2026
The Baker / Cook plays a key role in 4EDEN’s community café, producing high-quality baked goods and food, sold to the public whilst coaching and supporting adults with additional learning needs; enabling independence, confidence and future employment.
This role directly supports 4EDEN’s mission to promote the abilities, talents and value of people with learning disabilities and neurodiversity and to increase understanding within the wider community through meaningful, visible work.
Method of working
4EDEN expects all staff to work effectively, both as individuals and as part of a team, delivering high quality services and support. In doing so, 4EDEN expect all staff to display the core competencies defined in the performance and development appraisal arrangements and to conduct themselves in a manner which befits their professional status and responsibilities.
This job description is a guide to the work the post holder will be required to undertake. In consultation with the post holder, it may be amended from time to time by the line manager to meet changing circumstances or business needs. Specific targets and objectives will be agreed with the post holder and will be reviewed regularly as part of the performance management arrangements.
In order to be selected for interview please ensure you demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria of the role and our values within your application.
What You'll Do
Food Preparation & Production
- Prepare and bake a range of café products, including bread, cakes, pastries, savoury items and cooked dishes.
- Ensure food is produced to a consistent quality, suitable for public sale.
- Adapt recipes and production methods to support inclusive participation.
- Maintain high standards of food presentation and portion control.
Coaching & Employment Support
- Coach, support and work alongside adults with additional learning needs in the bakery kitchen.
- Break tasks down into clear, achievable steps to support skill development.
- Encourage independence, confidence and pride in work.
- Positively reinforce abilities and achievements.
- Support individuals to work towards employability, routines and workplace expectations.
Community Café & Social Impact
- Contribute to a welcoming café environment that showcases the skills of people 4EDEN supports.
- Act as an ambassador for inclusion, helping café customers better understand learning disabilities and neurodiversity.
- Promote dignity, respect and ability-focused language at all times.
Health, Safety & Food Compliance
- Maintain strict standards of food hygiene, cleanliness and safety.
- Ensure compliance with food safety legislation, allergen management and internal procedures.
- Support safe working practices for all staff and participants.
- Report hazards, incidents or concerns promptly.
Operational Support
- Assist with menu planning, seasonal products, and cost-effective use of ingredients.
- Support stock control, ordering and waste minimisation.
- Maintain kitchen equipment and report any maintenance issues.
- Set up and close down kitchen areas as required.
Teamwork & Values
- Work collaboratively with café staff, coaches and team leaders.
- Uphold the values, ethos and inclusive culture of 4EDEN.
- Undertake any reasonable duties consistent with the role.
What We're Looking For
ESSENTIALS
- Proven experience working as a baker, cook or in a professional catering environment.
- Experience producing food for sale to the public.
- Experience working to routines, food standards and production schedules.
- Working knowledge of employment practices and legislation, with the ability to recognise when specialist HR advice is required.
- Strong practical baking and/or cooking skills.
- Good understanding of food hygiene, cleanliness and allergen awareness.
- Ability to explain tasks clearly and adapt methods for different learning styles.
- Good organisational and time-management skills.
- Basic numeracy skills for recipes, portioning and stock use.
- A genuine belief in the abilities and potential of people with learning disabilities and neurodiversity.
- Patient, calm, positive and encouraging approach.
- Flexible and solution-focused mindset.
- Respectful, inclusive and values-driven.
- Reliable and professional.
DESIRABLE
- Experience supporting adults with additional learning needs, learning disabilities or neurodiversity.
- Experience in a charity, social enterprise, community café or training kitchen.
- Level 2 or Level 3 Food Safety qualification.
- Experience mentoring, coaching, or supporting people towards employment.
- Interest in inclusive employment, social value or community development.
To support your application, please refer to our social media pages and website for further understanding of the 4EDEN values.
Why Join 4Eden
Great benefits, real support and opportunities to grow.
- Pension (3% contribution)
- Guaranteed monthly pay
- Refer-a-friend bonus
- Branded workwear
- Flexible working
- Healthcare Support
- Paid Birthday off
- Blue Light Card discounts
Ready to Apply?
We’re actively hiring, so if you’re keen to join a fantastic team and contribute towards enabling people to live their best lives, we would love to hear from you!
Submit your application form today or contact us directly to learn more!
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