Welcome to Sanctuary Catering
A social enterprise where migrant women in Cork turn their love of food into opportunity and connection. We are both a catering company and a training initiative that uses the power of food to build bridges between cultures and open doors to employment.
Our Journey
Our journey began with Saoirse Ethnic Hands, a social enterprise that empowers migrant women through training, creativity, and employment. Sanctuary Catering grew from that same spirit of community and solidarity. It was born from conversations at Cork Migrant Centre coffee mornings, where women spoke about their love of cooking and their dream of turning that passion into a pathway for work, belonging, and leadership.
Sanctuary Catering stands on two main pillars that work hand in hand
Catering Service
A professional, high-quality catering company providing delicious, multicultural food for events, organisations, and celebrations. When you order from us, you enjoy exceptional food while helping migrant women gain skills, confidence, and employment.
Training Programme
We offer two catering training pathways for migrant women, creating a clear route from first steps in a professional kitchen through to a recognised qualification and sustainable employment in Ireland’s growing hospitality sector.
