Luminary’s charity runs a two-year employability programme including six months of initial baking training. The programme is for women who have experienced disadvantage and gender-based violence, including domestic abuse, sexual exploitation, or trafficking.
Angus Brydon, managing director at BM Caterers, said: “We are delighted to partner with Luminary. The work they do is truly inspiring, providing incredible opportunities to women in challenging circumstances.”
While some trainees may become bakers, the primary goal of the charity is to prepare women for broader employment opportunities with the bakery providing placements that help trainees transition into work. BM Caterers offers Luminary trainees work placements across its sites over a four-week period.
Leila Siassi, managing director, Luminary Bakery, added: “It’s collaborations like these that enable Luminary to create lasting change in the lives of women who need it most, and we’re incredibly excited about the impact this will have.”
The company will also provide Luminary trainees with training through its Perkee Coffee Academy. This will include barista skills training tailored to each trainee’s location to support their skill development.