Beyond Food Foundation

Who we are

At Beyond Food, we support individuals whose lives have unravelled to rebuild with purpose, pride, and community. Through food, hospitality training and life skills, we go beyond food and the kitchen to create belonging, sparking confidence, and opening doors to lasting change.

We envision a world where every individual, no matter their past, can rebuild their life with respect, purpose and pride. We believe in the unifying power of food and community to create a society where compassion and opportunity thrive and everyone is given a second chance.

FreshLife is our flagship training journey for individuals whose lives have unravelled, whether through homelessness, trauma, or exclusion.

Through food, coaching, life skills, and community, our participants build confidence, purpose, and the tools to start again.

Every graduate leaves with real kitchen training, job support, and something more powerful:

belief in themselves

Our culture and values

Deep Compassion

We genuinely care about people, showing empathy for their struggles, and belief when theirs runs out. We believe society is precious and doesn’t have to crumble.

Respectful ‍Inclusion

We know everyone deserves a second chance. We believe in outrageous inclusion. We welcome all with respect. Some call us “family”. We don’t  let go.

Chef Expertise

We are founded & led by a chef. We bring the rigour of world-class kitchens to our work. We believe in teamwork and imparting both skills and camaraderie for a better life.

Resilient Courage

We ask our participants to show courage as they face their challenges. We’ve the guts to tackle the hard stuff. We show courage every day as we fight for their happiness.

Personal Growth

We know growth is bumpy and will look different for everyone. We support our participants to take charge of their lives, helping them grow beyond their current reality.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Beyond Food Foundation promotes the wellbeing of all people, those we employ, work with and
for. It recognises that every person is an individual with different needs, preferences and
abilities. 

Beyond Food Foundation believes that harnessing different life experiences, attributes and
contributions from staff, stakeholders, volunteers and beneficiaries will make Beyond Food
Foundation a more effective and inclusive organisation and a better place to work or engage
with.

Beyond Food Foundation has a commitment to diversity, which is about:
• Recognising and valuing difference
• Recognising and seeking to redress inequality and disadvantage
• Treating all in a fair, open and honest manner
• Recognising the right of volunteers, employees and service users to be treated with
dignity and respect
Beyond Food Foundation is committed to:
• Equality of opportunity
• Tackling discrimination and disadvantage
• Tackling harassment and intimidation
• Making its workforce and the organisation as a whole more representative of the diverse
communities that make up the diverse London community
• Encouraging other organisations to adopt similar policies on Equality and Diversity

Beyond Food Foundation will not tolerate less favourable treatment on the grounds of sex,
gender, gender reassignment, age, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability,
marital/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, responsibility for
dependents, trade union or political activities, criminal record, place of residence, religion, faith or other beliefs, health status or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified.

Beyond Food Foundation will never use cultural practices as a justification for, or to ignore an
issue of, safeguarding.