BROWSE CERTIFIED COMPANIES
MDS
Updated December 2024.
About MDS
Company Overview
MDS is the UK’s foremost provider of management training for the food industry. Founded in 1986 as a not-for-profit membership organisation, we create a pipeline of well trained, capable leaders to work in all aspects of the food supply chain. Each MDS trainee completes an industry specific qualification alongside a series of challenging secondments with member companies. Our programmes last for 18 months to two years and at the end of each programme members have the opportunity to recruit trainees. In the last 35 years, every MDS alumnus has succeeded in gaining employment within the industry.
MDS Head Office
Peterborough, Cambridgeshire
East England, United Kingdom
East England, United Kingdom
Employee Demographics
Tenure
- <2 years - 90%
- 2-5 years - 7%
- 6-10 years - 2%
- 16-20 years - 1%
Company Culture at MDS
The employee experience below at MDS, compared to a typical company.
84% of employees at MDS say it is a great place to work*, compared to 54% of employees at a typical UK based company.
97%
This is a physically safe place to work.
97%
People here are treated fairly regardless of their race.
96%
I am offered training or development to further myself professionally.
96%
People here are treated fairly regardless of their sexual orientation.
95%
People here are treated fairly regardless of their age.
Working at MDS
Trainees complete secondments at member businesses where they are given real responsibility and receive regular feedback
Trainees attending our annual conference and receiving their management qualifications
Trainees have the opportunity to take part in volunteering events. Recently they raised money for Yellow Wellies
Trainees receiving awards for excellence at our annual conference. Trainees are entered for internal and external awards
Trainees attend industry specific CPD events. This gives them the opportunity to learn more about the industry
Trainees attending a networking session with Leaders in the food production industry.
Social events are a big part of MDS. Trainees support each other on secondments and we have a trainee run social group
Our staff are encourage to balance work and home life with our trainees forming strong social bonds during their time us
Staff are given time to attend industry events to improve their knowledge and provide networking opportunities.
Each year we take on nearly 60 apprentices provided a fast track career path into the food and agricultural industry.
Trainees are given help to network with other organisations to find future careers once their training is complete
We award staff who meet and exceed expectations.
Best Workplaces Lists
Great Place To Work® is proud to recognise MDS on the following Best Workplaces Lists.
Interested in a career at MDS, or just want to know more?
To discover what sets MDS apart and explore relevant career opportunities, take a look at their website.
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