At a Glance
- Tasks: Create delicious meals and engage with residents to meet their food preferences.
- Company: Cumberland Council, committed to community and diversity.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, guaranteed interviews for eligible applicants, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Join a diverse team and enjoy opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a positive impact on residents' lives through your culinary skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for cooking and a desire to support others.
The predicted salary is between 13.26 - 13.26 £ per hour.
Location: Eskdale Residential Home, Longtown
Salary: £13.26 Per Hour
Hours: 0 per week
About this opportunity:
- To engage with residents and staff to understand residents’ food and drink preferences and develop menus that reflect those preferences with variety and a balanced and wholesome diet to meet varying nutritional requirements.
- To prepare, cook and present meals, snacks and refreshments in a way that is appetising.
- Maintain overall responsibility for the running of the kitchen ensuring hygiene standards meet current legislation and efficiency of the kitchen is maximised.
Who we’re looking for:
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.
Contact:
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Nick Hewetson-Jones by email at Nick Hewetson-Jones@cumberland.gov.uk.
DBS Checks:
This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is Enhanced DBS.
Guaranteed Interviews:
We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role:
- Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
- Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
- Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments:
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive. If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk. While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.
Application and Interview information:
Closing date: 31/07/2026
Interview date: TBC
