Fat Macy’s is a social enterprise that aims to get Londoners out of hostels and into their own homes. As part of the scheme, trainees learn culinary and hospitality skills from professional teams in real-life environments.
The café specialises in Lebanese food based on the enterprise’s restaurant in Shoreditch, Sohaila. It will serve a combination of hot mains and grab-and-go food options throughout breakfast and lunch periods.
Jesse Bliss, head of partnerships at Lexington, said: “Fat Macy’s offers something truly unique in the business - from their delicious food to their dedicated team - everything they do has a purpose and the power to change someone’s life. We are humbled and honoured to play a small part in that journey.”
At the end of the programme, trainees will have the necessary skills to gain employment within the hospitality sphere. Upon securing an income, Fat Macy’s will also provide the funds for a rental deposit so trainees can move into their own home.
Nathalie Moukarzel and Meg Doherty, co-founders of Fat Macy’s, added: “We are extremely thankful to Lexington for their collaboration with us at Fat Macy’s over the last four years that has led to the opening of our new, permanent café at one of their client locations.
“Sites like these are paramount for our work with trainees, as we continue to grow and offer support to more people. We look forward to seeing the success of the new branch and serving delicious food to Lexington’s clients.”