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Lake Road, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 0DW
Receptionist
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Receptionist within our Administration Team at our beautiful garden centre in the heart of the Lakes. The ideal candidate will have an excellent telephone manner providing a first point of contact for our valued customers. They will be highly organised and have a good working knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook. A varied workload will require initiative as well as team work. Good communication skills and the ability to deliver great customer service are essential.
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Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 5.30pm For an Application Form and a Job Description please contact Phillip Mackay on 015394 33434 or e-mail phillip.mackay@hayesgardenworld.co.uk
Flowtech Water Solutions require an
Accounts Administrator to work in their Flookburgh office.
The suitable candidate’s duties will include, but not be limited to, the following; • Register invoices on to a computerised system • Match and approve the invoices to a receipt • Liaise with other employees on site to resolve queries • Reconcile statements • Handle incoming telephone calls and invoice queries The successful candidates will have Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger experience, consideration will be given to candidates with similar limited experience. Must be conversant with Sage Line 50 and be able to work under their own initiative. • Hours: 9-00am until 3-00pm (negotiable) • Days: Monday to Friday • Salary: Negotiable
Carers in all areas of Cumbria
We are recruiting: We will offer you:
• Excellent rates of pay • Guaranteed contracted hours • Mileage and travel time paid • Full induction programme & ongoing training • Paid annual leave • Flexible hours to suit your availability • Friendly working environment Drivers preferred.
Kendal Office:
Ulverston Office:
kendal-recruitment@prem-care.co.uk
ulverston-recruitment@prem-care.co.uk
01539 73 63 53
Covering the North & South Kendal, Kirkby Lonsdale, Milnthorpe, Staveley, Natland & Oxenholme areas
Please apply by forwarding your CV to: jobvacancy@flowtech.org.uk
01229 588 588
Covering the Barrow, Dalton & Ulverston areas
An enhanced DBS disclosure is required. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
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Chefs | Reservations & Reception | Concierge & Guest Relations Housekeeping | Lake House Assistants | Restaurant & Bar | Sommelier
CURRENTLY RECRUITING:
Gilpin Hotel & Lake House is a family-run hotel with a long-standing team and a friendly environment. We are looking for people that are friendly, charming, enthusiastic, well presented, with good manners, good communication skills, and good English. Positions are full time, live in or out, with 28 days paid holiday, all meals on duty provided, great subsidised local staff accommodation. Salary commensurate with experience. Crook Road, Nr Windermere LA23 3NE
015394 88818
thegilpin.co.uk/jobs
www.thegilpin.co.uk
Catey Hotel of the Year 2012-13 • VisitBritain Hotel of the Year 2011-12 • Condé Nast Johansens Country House Hotel of the Year 2013
Hotel & Catering
The Angel Inn is a family run Hotel, Restaurant and Bar set in the heart of Bowness on Windermere in the English Lake District. In order to maintain our prestigious reputation for food quality and service we are now seeking a Head Chef to take over full operation of our kitchen. The right candidate will be responsible for all aspects of the running of the kitchen and will be expected to demonstrate previous experience in a busy kitchen environment in a similar role. We are committed to producing fresh, locally sourced dishes to a very high standard and are consequently looking for an individual with similar vision and commitment. You must be an excellent people manager, have a sound knowledge of menu planning and costings, have the relevant health and hygiene qualifications and be able to work both as a team leader and as part of a team in achieving our company’s goals. Benefits include: • Salary in excess of £30,000.00 commensurate with experience and capability • Bonus Scheme • Meals on Duty • Leisure Club Membership • Share of Gratuities • Accommodation can be arranged for the successful applicant Please contact Liam Salisbury on 015394 44080 or email rooms@theangelinnbowness.com. Please visit our website at www.theangelinnbowness.com if you would like to be considered for this position. Helm Road | Bowness on Windermere | LA23 3BU T: 015394 44080 / E: rooms@theangelinnbowness.com www.theangelinnbowness.com
RESTAURANT STAFF REQUIRED PART TIME AND FULL TIME RESTAURANT & BAR STAFF URGENTLY REQUIRED. This is an opportunity to work in Avanti, a busy Mediterranean restaurant and bar in the heart of Kirkby Lonsdale. You must be friendly, have a good manner with customers and be prepared to work shifts. Previous experience is desirable, but not essential. For more information or for an informal chat contact General Manager Dawid Croukamp on 015242 73500 or email baravanti@hotmail.co.uk
Chef/Supervisor
015394 43360
Head Chef
Fixed term position with possibility to become permanent Windermere Lake Cruises operates passenger vessels on Windermere and is Cumbria’s most popular visitor attraction. We are looking to recruit a new key member of staff into our catering team. We are looking for an experienced chef to work in the Boatman’s Café, Bowness on Windermere. We can offer a competitive hourly rate and benefits package. Hours are generally 9am – 6pm (summer months) and will include regular weekend work. Working as part of a team this is a key role in leading the kitchen and café team with the responsibility of supervising the operation in the manager’s absence. To apply, download an application form from our website or use the details below to contact us by e-mail or phone. Closing date Thursday 31st March 2016
www.windermere-lakecruises.co.uk/jobs recruitment@windermere-lakecruises.co.uk
Our College is situated in Kendal, Cumbria on the edge of the stunning Lake District, a beautiful area in which to work.
Head Chef - Castle Dairy
Full time Permanent Position – Salary £36,136 – £39,498 This a unique and exceptional opportunity for you to work in one of Kendal’s most historic buildings providing an outstanding culinary experience at the Castle Dairy. As Head Chef, you will have the support and management expertise of the College to add to your own ability to produce award winning food, your passion for outstanding service and your ability to motivate other staff and apprentices. A Restaurant Team Leader will support you in meeting the high standards required in restaurant, bar and general ambience of the facility. • The post holder will have the chance to gain a high number of rosettes and possibly Michelin star(s). • Be part of one of Kendal’s largest corporations and successful businesses. • Join an Award Winning and Outstanding Culture • Generous Pension Scheme and Heath Care package Closing date Friday 1 April 2016
Chef & Commercial Operational Manager Full-time Permanent Position - Salary £27,683 – £30,256
The successful candidate will support College in-house catering and hospitality courses. The post holder will work with the College cafes, restaurants and training kitchens to ensure a high level of customer service in respect of food ordering, receipting, storage and issuing all within tight budgets. The post holder will manage and allocate catering assistants to achieve a high quality service in both commercial and teaching environments and will require very good organisational skills. Generous Pension Scheme and Heath Care package. Closing date Thursday 24 March 2015 All applicants must complete a Kendal College application form. For further details and an application form please refer to the College website
www.kendal.ac.uk
A busy, seasonal café located in the village of Grasmere is looking for
or telephone Lindsey Hine on 01539 814742
FULL OR PART TIME
Kendal College is committed to equal opportunities
CAFÉ STAFF/KITCHEN PORTER
We are looking for hard-working and friendly people to join our team! No previous experience required, and open to all ages. We offer good rates of pay and flexible day-time hours (both weekdays and weekends). Please call Jamie on 07833 358928 or email teagardens@live.com
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51-52 Quarry Rigg, Bowness on Windermere Opening very soon, we have vacancies for:
We have vacancies for the following positions:
• Chefs • Waiting Staff • Kitchen Porters Please call Tony on 07938 972 490
Commis Chef
To assist with the daily operation of our busy restaurant and conference & banqueting department. The successful applicant will have had some experience in a similar position however full training will be provided. Send CV to: Ian Flitcroft, Head Chef Tel: 01539 733559 / Fax:01539 736386 Email: office@stonecrossmanor.co.uk
Hotel Receptionist
The successful applicant will have a pleasant and friendly personality, previous experience in a similar position preferred. Must have excellent customer care skills, be computer literate, and be well organised.
Growing Well needs a brilliant
Catering Co-ordinator,
full of fantastic ideas to work with our volunteers 4 mornings a week to create scrumptious meals and stuff to sell..... Email: info@growingwell.co.uk for application pack. Closing date 29.03.16, 12noon
Experience of Guestmaster Reservations system would be an advantage although full training will be given. Duties include check in /out, taking reservations, and balancing takings at end of day. Will be required to assist in other departments as necessary. 5 shifts per week including weekends and Bank Holidays.. Please send CV to: Ann MacLean, Stonecross Manor Hotel, Milnthorpe Road, KENDAL LA9 5HP Tel: 01539 733559 / Fax: 01539 736386 Email: office@stonecrossmanor.co.uk Or call in for an application form www.stonecrossmanor.co.uk
Cragwood Country House Hotel & Restaurant Windermere, Lake District Part of the Cragwood International Group.
Two Front of House Assistants
To assist with the smooth running of the front of house duties. Would require a good command of English, a pleasant manner and must be customer focused. Competitive salary, 28 days holiday, all meals on duty and company pension. Contact Philip Hornby or Richard Jelley or email with C.V.
Chef de Partie
To gain experience in a quality establishment and must desire to deliver outstanding locally sourced food. Must have at least three years experience. Will be able to assist in maintaining our Rosette standard food. We offer a competitive salary & 28 days holiday, all meals on duty, Company Pension. Contact Chef Calvin Harrison or email with C.V. CRAGWOOD COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL Windermere, Cumbria Telephone:- 015394 88177 Email:- info@cragwoodhotel.co.uk
Located just outside Milnthorpe the Kings Arms at Hale has recently gone under new management as is looking to make the pub one of the best in the area.
Front Of House Supervisor
We are currently looking for a motivated individual to work along side our Manager in our country pub. Duties will include day to day running of the restaurant, ensuring that we are ready for service, ordering and also supervising staff in the absence of the manager. The position is 30 hours a week with possible overtime during out of term times. Hourly rate of £8 per hour.
Sous Chef/2nd Chef
We are currently looking for a motivated individual to work along side our Head Chef in our country pub. Duties will include day to day food preparation, lunch time & evening service, and also keeping in line with the correct health and safety. The position is between 30-35 hours per week. Pay negotiable depending on experience. Closing date for all applicants is the 31st March. Please send your CV to Samjones_sj@live.co.uk
Cafe Assistant Required for Waterhead Coffee Shop, Ambleside. Full or Part-time, good rates of pay and a friendly atmosphere. Experience helpful however training will be provided. Please apply to Richard or Jane richardgreaves9@googlemail.com or 07540 232376
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Trattoria Ticino
Hotel & Catering
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Hotel & Catering
Our 9 bedroom, multi award winning, 2 rosette, 85 cover Inn is currently looking to recruit:
• Full Time and Part Time Front of House opportunities Preferably with experience. Salaries/hourly rates are dependent on experience and skill level. Meals provided during shifts, own transport would be essential due to the business location. Contact Jon Simmons on 015395 68237 to arrange an interview or email your CV to info@the-punchbowl.co.uk
The Albert
Bowness-on-Windermere We are currently looking to expand our team:
- Waiting On staff - Commis Chef Great rates of pay, full/part time positions available If you interested contact us by email thealbertbowness@hotmail.co.uk Or phone 015394 43241 and ask for Paul or Charlie
General Vacancies
LEONARD CHESHIRE HOME
HOLEHIRD
LIVE IN OR LIVE OUT CARE STAFF REQUIRED HOLEHIRD HAS RECENTLY ACHIEVED OUTSTANDING RATINGS BY THE CARE QUALITY COMMISSIONERS (CQC) Are you looking to embark on a career in the Health Care Sector or simply fancy a change? Gain knowledge and experiences expected by the teaching bodies with us! We care for younger adults with a wide range of complex medical conditions including brain and spinal injuries, and long-term medical conditions. Our ongoing training and support programme does give you the ideal opportunity to gain knowledge and experience whilst making a difference to individuals needing your help!
• WE OFFER A NEW ATTRACTIVE HOURLY RATE OF PAY (WELL ABOVE THE RECENTLY ANNOUNCED NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE). • SOME ACCOMODATION IS AVAILABLE FOR FULL TIME STAFF. • AN ADDITIONAL 20% FOR UNSOCIALBLE HOURS WORKED. • GENEROUS HOLIDAY ALLOWANCE. • PENSION SCHEME • HEALTH BENEFITS We are currently looking to recruit care support workers for full time days or part time, and for regular nights. We offer an hourly rate of £7.50. Our unsociable or weekend hourly rate is £9.00. Occasional hours (bank work) is also available (at enhanced rate of pay). To find out more about the work we do, look online at:
www.holehirdcarehome.co.uk
Leonard Cheshire Disability welcomes applications from all sections of the community. A satisfactory disclosure check is required for this post. To apply please visit www.leonardcheshire.org/jobs and search for reference number LCD4756. If you do not have internet access, please contact 01902 792060, quoting the reference number.
Chesters by the River are looking for energetic
Front of House • Kitchen Staff • KP Full time hours, no nights, must love food & people.
• Full time Night Cleaner Please Ring Ashley or Nick on 015394 34711
General Vacancies
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Volunteers Wanted
Are you caring and compassionate? Are you a good listener? Do you have a couple of hours a week to spare? We need people who can provide support as local befrienders (1-to-1 support) and help out at our Drop-ins in Kendal, Windermere and Grange.
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Or maybe you can give some time more occasionally? If so, maybe getting involved in our community fundraising efforts would suit you better? Contact Freddie van Gulik for further details, stating which area you are interested in: 01539 740591 / 07565 919 256 / fvangulik@slmind.org
Personal Assistant/Carer (P/T) Male or female helper required for physically disabled young man in Ulverston. 10 - 12 hours per week, mostly evenings and weekends. Driver an advantage. Exact hours negotiable. £8 ph min. No previous experience needed...just the right outlook, a positive attitude and an understanding that disabled teenagers want to do the same as non-disabled teens. All relevant training will be provided. For more information email weeherdy@googlemail.com or phone/text 0771 5289352 and leave details.
Heydays Care & Support Services We are a leading care agency covering the North West. Due to high demand in our services we are now recruiting:
Full & Part time
Support Workers various shifts to suit, Mornings & Evenings, alternate weekends or weekend only hours. Positions available the following areas: Kendal, Milnthorpe, Grange Over Sands & Barrow. Please contact Kelly or Dawn on 015395 52548 or 01229 840245, or email heydayscare@aol.co.uk
General Vacancies
Cumbria View Care Services
We are a fast moving and forward thinking food wholesaler that is amongst the “1000 Companies to Inspire Britain 2016”. Based in the heart of The Lake District, we are now recruiting for the following positions:
Nightshift Order Picker
Providing quality care to clients in their own homes
The role consists of picking orders and loading them on to our fleet of delivery vehicles for next day delivery throughout the North West.
HOME SUPPORT WORKERS
Warehouse / Cash & Carry Till Operative
If you are looking for a rewarding job where you can really make a difference to people’s lives, then we have just what you are looking for!
Main responsibilities are operating the till and assisting customers in our busy cash & carry shop as well as ensuring stock is replenished and rotated correctly. Candidates must be conscientious, have a very keen eye for detail and ideally come from a fresh fruit and veg or catering background. You must be able to work well under pressure and be very customer focused.
3.5t / 7.5t C1 Multi Drop Delivery Driver
We are looking for candidates who have good geographical knowledge, experience in driving and delivering. You will need the ability to work under pressure as well as being customer focused. Candidates must have excellent communication skills, an eye for detail and hold a current clean UK driving licence. It is essential the candidate applying for the 7.5t Delivery Driver position has a valid C1 driving licence as well as 7.5t driving experience. All positions are available on a full time basis but part time can also be considered. Previous applicants need not apply. Please send your CV to jobs@wmcclure.co.uk
WAREHOUSE ASSISTANTS
Lakeland is the UK’s largest specialist leather fashion retailer, with our Head Office and Warehouse based in Ambleside, the heart of the Lake District. We’re currently recruiting for FULL TIME and PART TIME WAREHOUSE ASSISTANTS, on a permanent basis. Various working hours / days options are available for the Part Time positions. The roles involve carrying out a wide variety of stock management tasks within our small Warehouse team. Full training will be provided, so although previous warehouse experience would be beneficial it isn’t essential. You’ll need to be; • Flexible with a can-do attitude • Friendly, enthusiastic and hard working • Be able to work on your own and as part of a team • Numerate We’re offering; • Full time rate of £7.60 per hour (aged 18 and over) plus benefits. • Part time rate of £7.40 per hour (aged 18 and over) plus benefits. For more details please contact our HR department on 015394 39041 or send an e-mail to louise@lakelandleather.co.uk
Having recently won a major 4 year contract from Cumbria Social Services we are looking to recruit reliable, caring and friendly people to join our well established teams in the Kendal and Windermere areas. Our benefits include:
£7.80 per hour weekdays
£8.00 per hour weekends
PAID Travel time & mileage
Guaranteed hours
Permanent Positions
Full time and part time
Experience is not necessary, however as you will be delivering care and support to clients in their own homes it is ESSENTIAL that you drive and have access to a reliable car. If you would like to work for a company who has been providing care and support to clients within the local area for over 30 years, who believes in giving carers a fair deal, then… Call (01539) 735694 (option 3) for an application pack OR Email your CV to: admin@cumbriaviewcare.co.uk
WE ARE ALSO RECRUITING CARERS TO JOIN OUR NIGHT TEAM Please contact us on the above number/e.mail address for further details
Cumbria View Care Services www.cumbriaviewcare.com
Grasmere Gingerbread ® We are sad to say ‘Good-Bye’ to Lynda and are therefore looking to recruit;
Shop Assistant - Full time, £8.50 an hour Also,
Digital Marketer -
Apprenticeship Scheme
For further information please call (015394) 35428
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Writing the perfect job advert
One problem a lot of recruiting employers suffer from these days is having to wade through too many irrelevant CVs and job applications from candidates clearly not suitable for the role. It’s unlikely you’ll ever be able to eliminate these applications completely, but by writing a smarter job advert you can ensure you encourage those candidates with the precise skills you’re looking for to apply for the job. Here’s our straightforward guide to writing the perfect job advert. Legal - Above all else your job advert needs to be legal. You must ensure you use non discriminatory language so phrases like “handy man” and “barmaid” are best avoided as they imply applications are only welcome from one gender. You also need to be careful when asking about specific qualifications or experience unless they are directly relevant to the role. ACAS has some excellent guidelines so it’s well worth checking their website: ACAS.org.uk AIDA – This is a popular marketing mantra and stands for Attention, Interest, Desire, Action. Attention – a snappy and appealing job title. Interest – What is the job about? Desire – why would someone want to do it? Action – how do they apply?
Attention
Job Title – This needs to be as clear and unambiguous as possible “catering staff”, “care worker” etc. Trying to make an unattractive post seem better than it actually is will result in you receiving inappropriate applications as well as frustrated applicants who realise they’ve wasted their time when they find out what the actual job is. What sounds unappealing to you may sound perfect for a prospective candidate.
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Company Logo – It’s a great idea to include a company logo as it really helps your advert stand out. Most job hunters will scan a page of job adverts and their eyes are naturally drawn to logos to see who’s recruiting rather than scan looking for specific job titles. Who are you? – If you’re not a well known employer and it’s not obvious from your name, tell people what you do and where you are, just one or two lines should do it.
Interest
J ob Description – What will they be doing? Keep it short and sweet and try to convey a feel for what it’s like to work there – addressing them directly really helps to draw them in. “You will be working in accounts payable in a busy office”; “Your role will be to serve customers in our popular lakeside restaurant” etc.
Person Specification – Who are you looking for? What background, skills and experience do you want? In a job advert it’s best to stick to the essential stuff as you don’t have a lot of space so tell them what they really need to have. And make sure your “essential criteria” really are essential – would you definitely reject any candidate who didn’t have it? If not then it’s “highly desirable”. Keep it simple – Keep the language as simple and easy to read as possible, only use technical terms if absolutely necessary (i.e. for technical roles) and avoid in-house jargon and acronyms - applicants need to know what they’re applying for. Fancy fonts – while we’re on the subject of keeping it simple, best stick to clear and easy to read font types and sizes too. Tahoma, Calibri, Arial etc. all work well. Where do they fit in? – If it’s a more senior role then some idea of where the role fits into the hierarchy is always helpful so mention who the role reports into and if there are any line management responsibilities. Hours of work – “Full time” for many businesses in Cumbria involved weekend and bank holiday work so if this is that case mention it in the advert. Is shift work required? If the role is part time, how many hours and on which days? If it’s flexible then make that clear.
Desire
ates of pay – Always best to include these if you want to attract the right applicant. Phrases such as R “attractive rates of pay” generally put prospective candidates off. Imagine a shop where there are 2 brands of baked beans on the shelf, one clearly labelled with the price and the other labelled only as being “attractively priced”. The majority of people would take the clearly marked one and though a few might enquire about the other brand, most would ignore it. It’s the same with job adverts so be open and up front about pay rates.
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Benefits – What else do they get? Healthcare, company care, 30 days holiday, flexihours? Many people will trade a great salary for other benefits so tell them what they would be getting. What makes you different? – Why would someone want to come and work for you? Do you have a nice location, great staff benefits, are you expanding rapidly, are there opportunities to develop, do you look after your staff well?
Action
hat do you want them to do now? - Be clear about how you would like them to apply for the role. W Directing them to your website for more information is usually a great idea.
Application forms or CVs – tell them what information you would like to see and the best way to send it – via the post or by email. Who does it need to be addressed to? – Include a contact name if you can as it sounds more personal and avoids the “Dear Sir, Madam” dilemma. Contact number – Encourage people to find out more about the role - “to find out more or for an informal chat please contact...” This can help identify people who are particularly interested as well as giving people the chance to ask questions if any information is missing. Closing date – when do you need applications by? For most jobs a 2 week application window is about right. By following the simple steps above you should be able to create an eye catching job advert which will help you attract applications from exactly the sorts of candidates you’re looking for, and hopefully the only problem you’ll have then is being spoilt for choice when it comes to selecting the best person for the job.
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