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27 May - 9 June 2016 / Issue 365
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Holiday Bookings Co-ordinator – Permanent Full Time
We are Lake District Lodge Holidays, the friendly local business based in Windermere, specialising in holiday lodge rentals. We have a vacancy for a full time Holiday Bookings Co-ordinator. The role involves responding to enquiries and arranging stays in one of the 78 privately owned holiday lodges we represent. You’ll be a great communicator both verbally and using the written word and have a passion for delivering exceptional service to guests looking to arrange their stay in the Lake District. You will receive a basic salary of £15000 per annum plus there is an uncapped bonus structure for a 35 hour working week plus alternate Saturday mornings. If you’re interested in this role and joining a company which is truly passionate about what it does, then please write a short letter saying why you will be ideal for this role and send your c.v. to: Mark Holdcroft, Managing Director, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Yewgarth, New Road, Windermere LA23 2LA or email: mark@lakedistrictlodgeholidays.co.uk We look forward to hearing from you! Closing date is Monday June 6th. For more details please visit www.lakedistrictlodgeholidays.co.uk/vacancies
Experience is not necessary as we provide great training, 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. All vacancies are permanent and we can offer full time or part time hours.
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Jobs At The Brewery Finance Assistant (Maternity Cover) Commis Chef Bars & Catering Assistant Marketing Assistant (Fixed Term) For details call 01539 725133 or visit our website www.breweryarts.co.uk
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Hotel & Catering
Open Afternoon Between 3pm and 6pm Monday 30th May 2016 We’re looking for outstanding individuals to join our enthusiastic team. With vacancies in all departments, we would love to meet you to show you around our beautiful Hotel and talk about the full and part time career opportunities available at Linthwaite House. Come and join us for an informal chat and refreshments to find out what Linthwaite House can offer you… No need to RSVP, just turn up at Reception between 3pm and 6pm and ask for Jayne. Don’t forget your CV! • Are you interested but can’t make the date? Then please send your CV to jayne@linthwaite.com Linthwaite House Crook Road Windermere LA23 3JA www.linthwaite.com
The Angel Inn, Bowness on Windermere Requires the following staff to join our team:
Sous Chef Chef de Partie Commis Chef
To work closely with our 3 Rosette Standard Head Chef in a team of 9 in our kitchen. We prefer enthusiasm and energy over experience so if you would like to work in a friendly, family run hotel and restaurant then give us a call or drop in your CV. Excellent rates of pay for the right candidate, meals on duty, 5.6 weeks holiday, free use of local leisure club, share of tips.
Be a Devil, join The Angel!! Contact us on 015394 44080 and ask to speak to Mark or Liam Helm Road | Bowness on Windermere | LA23 3BU T: 015394 44080 / E: rooms@theangelinnbowness.com www.theangelinnbowness.com
Full & Part Time Food & Beverage Assistants
To assist in our busy function rooms and restaurant whilst offering the highest level of service to our guests. Applicants must be 18+ as required to serve alcohol. 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
Part-time Kitchen Assistant & Housekeeper required
THE COACH HOUSE CAFÉ & BISTRO FORD PARK
Head Chef - £25k
Applicants must be smart, energetic and reliable with good spoken English.
The Coach House is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Head Chef to continue the successful development of our popular Café, utilising the produce from our kitchen garden for Weddings, functions and speciality evenings.
Contact Glenburn Hotel, Windermere on 015394 42649 or email relaxhere@glenburn.uk.com
Contact Alison: 01229 580666 For further details visit www.ford-park.org.uk
Closing date: June 10th Interviews 14th 16th June
Hotel & Catering
Rare opportunity to join our stable team in a position of responsibility with a well established family cafe/bakery in Ambleside. We need an energetic front of house manager to lead the cafe team to further develop the business. Sociable hours. For detailed job description phone our office on 015394 33679 (option 1) or email info@applepieambleside.co.uk. Shortlisting week commencing 20 June.
Reservations An exciting opportunity has arisen to join our team on a busy central reservations at a family owned Hotel business. Sales and customer service skills needed. Knowledge of Opera reservation system would be advantageous however full training will be given with opportunity of an Apprenticeship or NVQ’s at Kendal College. We operate a rolling rota working 40 hours over 5 days with one weekend off in three (Saturday, Sunday). Excellent rates of pay along with a Pension Contribution and Incentive scheme. Live in accommodation is available. Please contact Karen Magennis 015394 32254 / karen@regentlakes.co.uk
Lake Road, Bowness on Windermere LA23 3BJ
Waiter/ess Hardworking individual with outgoing personality required from mid june for 25 to 30 hours per week.
Part-Time Chef We are looking for a keen and enthusiastic p/t Chef to fit in with our small team working two nights a week with possibility of more during holidays if wanted. Email: eat@fatolives.com / Tel. 01539 447447
The Old Dungeon Ghyll Hotel Great Langdale, Ambleside LA22 9JY
Chef required
to take over from chef proprietor. Involves assisting with running of busy Lakeland kitchen. Salary / hours negotiable, own transport essential.
Little Langdale, Ambleside
Chef and General Assistant CHEF- to deputise in head chef’s absence: so may suit CDP looking for first post of responsibility. GENERAL ASSISTANT- for house keeping and waiting-on duties. Excellent 1 bedroom house for couple, or single accommodation available. CV to jane@threeshiresinn.co.uk / 015394 37215 www.threeshiresinn.co.uk
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Contact Neil 015394 37285 Or email CV to: olddungeonghyll2@btconnect.com
Lake Road, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 0DW Inn & Restaurant
Duty Manager
Seeking a duty manager who is passionate about service, has an excellent knowledge of fine food & wines and a keen eye for detail. We are a 13 bedroom 4 star inn with a busy rosette awarded restaurant situated in Hawkshead near Ambleside. You will work closely with the Head Chef & General Manager in maintaining a high level of customer service throughout the hotel. You must have a professional approach with a friendly personality. At least 2 years previous experience in a similar position within a quality establishment is essential.
The following exciting opportunities have arisen at our beautiful garden centre in the heart of the Lakes
Full Time Garden Sundries Team Member (Temporary Position) The ideal candidate will enjoy working in a busy team environment and will communicate well with our customers, delivering excellent service. Some lifting will be required. The position could become permanent for the right applicant.
Full Time Catering Assistant The ideal candidate will have a hands on approach to all duties within a catering environment. They will enjoy working as part of a busy team and deliver a first-class customer service.
Please send your CV with a covering letter to queensheadhawkshead@gmail.com
For the full time positions a 40 hour working week will include every other weekend and bank holidays on a rota basis.
This is a live out position (live in available from September)
Weekend Checkout and Catering Assistants
Outgate Inn, Hawkshead
2nd Chef We’re looking for a 2nd Chef with experience, permanent position, live out. Excellent working conditions. £8.75 p/h. Email CV to theoutgateinn@btconnect.com or call 015394 36413
The ideal candidates will be friendly and enthusiastic with a flair for customer service. Hours of work are Saturday: 9.00am to 6.00pm (5.30pm in winter) and Sunday: 10.00am to 5.30pm. We can offer free transport to and from work from selected areas. For an Application Form and a Job Description please contact Julie Faulkner on 015394 33434 or e-mail julie.faulkner@hayesgardenworld.co.uk
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Trade Counter Sales Person / Driver This is an excellent opportunity for the right person to work in a busy Trade outlet helping us with both counter sales and deliveries. Essential requirements include; Computer literate, Full current driving licence, Customer service and sales skills, Polite and helpful manner. Excellent rates of pay, 42.5 hrs /week, 21 days holiday + Bank Holidays, staff pension scheme, staff discounts. Please apply IN WRITING to Mr S Spencer, Depot Manager, Kendal Paints, Mintsfeet Road South, KENDAL LA9 6NG Or by email to steve.spencer@bromboroughpaints.co.uk
Heart of the Lakes, Ambleside Opportunity to join our
Maintenance team 5 days per week, Good rate of pay. Clean driving licence, knowledge of South Lakes Area, General D.I.Y knowledge an advantage. Call Jo Harris on 015394 32321/33110 Or email; joanna@heartofthelakes.co.uk
General Vacancies
Kendal Nutricare is an English Pharmaceutical Research Company, manufacturing milk based infant formulas and weaning products to UK and export markets.
Multi-Disciplined Laboratory Technician
We are looking for a motivated Multi-Disciplined Laboratory Technician to support the site with an analytical service, both chemical and microbiological and to ensure the quality of our product is assured at each step of the process. The successful candidate will be based in the Quality Assurance Department, reporting to the Laboratory Manager and working as part of a team of technicians. Key Accountabilities will include: • Responsibility for the analysis of raw materials/packaging/intermediates/finished goods • Calibration of analytical equipment • Undertaking ad-hoc analysis as required • Ordering and provision of consumables and chemicals • Maintenance of data systems • Responsibility for their own health and safety and those around them through good laboratory practice The successful candidate will possess: • A-Level standard in a scientific subject • HNC/HND desirable • Relevant experience – experience in a food laboratory in a relevant discipline e.g. microbiology or chemistry desirable • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint is essential Hours of work will be 37.5 per week, 8am – 4pm Monday to Friday. Salary £18,500
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Lifestyle Co-ordinator 1 X 20 hours per week (Permanent) 1 X 20 hours per week (Temporary) 1 X 23.5 hours per week (Temporary) £8.25 per hour We are looking to recruit three caring individuals with a good sense of humour to support our customers living in our adult care homes in Kendal. The successful candidate will be flexible as the shifts will involve early mornings, evenings weekends and some sleep in’s. The role will involve providing direct personal care and support to a number of individuals with physical and learning disabilities. Our main focus is supporting individuals to maintain and achieve greater independence through working towards short and long term goals and milestones. The care and support is tailored to the individuals needs. The support maybe needed both in the home and in the community to access interests and hobbies and to provide support with daily living skills such budgeting, health care and maintaining personal relationships and friendships. For an informal chat please call Emma Wilson (Team Manager) on 01539 735025. To apply visit our jobs page at www.oakleatrust.co.uk/jobs, alternatively send your CV and a covering letter to hr@oakleatrust.co.uk or call the HR Team on 01539 735025 for an application pack. Closing Date: Friday 10th June 2016 (12 Noon)
South Lakeland Eggs Are looking for:
• PACKING STATION WORKERS • MACHINE OPERATORS • TEAM LEADERS To work within our busy egg packing business at Low Foulshaw Farm. Full & Part time positions available. For more information please call 07855 115138 Or apply in writing to Low Foulshaw Farm, Gilpin Bridge, Levens LA8 8ET or by email to lowfoulshaw@farming.co.uk
We are looking for a part-time Catering Assistant to support our cook in all aspects of our busy staff canteen. The successful candidate will maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in the preparation of food and the cleaning of service areas and pots. The successful candidate must have experience in a similar role, with working knowledge of food preparation including maintaining a clean working environment. You must be attentive and proactive and able to work independently. A Food Hygiene certificate is desirable. Hours of work will be 18 per week, 9am – 1.30pm Monday to Thursday with flexibility to work additional hours to cover holidays. Rate of pay £7.55 per hour.
Primary Operatives
We are looking for 4 Primary Operatives to manufacture materials according to standard operating procedures which include safety and GMP instructions, operating a range of plant and equipment. The successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the ability to: • Understand the quality requirements and key stages throughout the manufacturing process • Document the current state of work in progress using batch documentation to pick and check materials as required and record quality checks and cleans in the plant log book • Complete all required paperwork and documentation in a timely and accurate manner • Ensure the correct cleaning and assembly of plant is carried out in accordance with hygiene and product security requirements • Report faults and take an active role in the fault finding process using established problem solving techniques • Dispose of waste materials as required and in accordance with waste segregation regimes • Comply with safety procedures including but not limited to: adopting safe working practises, wearing the required protective clothing, use of safety equipment appropriate to the role Previous experience and working knowledge of the food industry and machinery is preferable but not essential as on the job training will be provided. Once trained, the post holders will work unsupervised to strict procedural guidelines. We are looking for good communicators and individuals who are flexible to changing work shifts. Hours of work will be 12.25 hour shifts days/nights alternate weeks, Tuesday to Thursday. Starting salary £18,263 + shift payment.
Mechanical Craftsperson
We are looking for a highly motivated individual whose duties will include first line fault diagnosis, rectification, maintenance and change-overs of a range of high-speed complex packaging lines, blending equipment and ancillary plant. You will be part of a small team working alongside the production teams to ensure minimum downtime. The successful candidate will possess mechanical skills obtained via a recognised apprenticeship or an apprenticeship coupled with accredited training. Previous industrial experience is not essential as there will be a period of shadowing with an existing Mechanical Craftsperson. Hours of work will be an average of 37.5 per week working 12.25 hour days and nights for which the appropriate shift allowance will be paid. Salary will be commensurate with qualification and experience.
To apply, please submit your CV and covering letter to jobs@kendalnutricare.com Closing date for all applications is Friday 10th June 2016
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Digital Editors 12 month fixed term contract 37 hours per week, flexi-time scheme Salary scale £19,742 to £21,530 Use your digital skills to make a real difference to people’s lives. South Lakeland District Council has started a major innovation project to transform the way we help our residents.
Facilities Assistant £15,500 - £17,000 (Pro Rata) 20 hours per week
We are adopting a multi-channel approach to enable people to access services online in a way which suits them at a time of their choice.
The Freshwater Biological Association is looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Facilities Assistant at its Ferry Landing offices on the western side of Windermere.
We require someone with strong people skills who enjoys working in a team, with zeal for innovation and a strong focus on customers. You will play a part in how we develop our online presence through the use of web and social-media.
The Freshwater Biological Association is a small independent charity with offices in Windermere and Dorset, promoting the sustainable management of freshwater ecosystems and resources. Based in Windermere, the Facilities Assistant will support the Facilities Manager in maintaining its Windermere Estate.
You will be able to simplify digital content and present it in a way which is easy for customers to use on desktop and mobile. This is an exciting opportunity to develop a career in this field. Training will be provided to develop your skills. If you are up for this challenge please get in touch.
If you are interested and would like to know more, then please email: info@fba.org.uk for an application pack or call 015394 42468.
For further information including the job description, person specification and details of how to apply please visit us at www.southlakeland.gov.uk/recruitment or contact us at recruitment@southlakeland.gov.uk
Please note, applications will be considered on receipt and interviews will take place over the coming weeks. The Freshwater Biological Association • The Ferry Landing • Far Sawrey • Ambleside • LA22 0LP www.fba.org.uk
For more details please contact Lola Denwood or Simon Reynolds on 01539 733 333 South Lakeland District Council is an Equal Opportunities Employer
Grasmere Gingerbread ® We are a unique family business established 162 years ago and now have a world-wide reputation. Due to our continuing success and the re-opening of the A591 we now wish to recruit the following personnel to complement our amazing team:
• Shop Assistants; full & part-time £8.50 per hour (plus 50p per hour bonus). Chinese & Japanese speaking £9 per hour (plus 50p per hour bonus).
• Packer; seasonal, full or part-time £7.50 per hour • Finance & HR Manager; 2/3 days • Ecommerce & Digital Marketing Officer Bowness Branch Sales Supervisor Full Time (£7.50 per hour) The ideal candidate will have a passion for clothing and the retail environment, enjoy working with people and be a team player. First class customer service skills are required as is a flexible approach with a hard working, friendly and outgoing manner. Edge of The World is a family owned business. We offer good working conditions, up to 50% staff discount and a pension scheme.
Full details of these positions are available at www.grasmeregingerbread.co.uk/employment/ - Tel: (015394) 35428
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To apply please ask for an application form in store or write to The Store Manager, Edge of The World Ltd, 3-5 Queens Square, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3BY Email: bowness@edgeoftheworld.co.uk Tel: 015394 48933
EWGA WINES We are a progressive local wine importer looking to develop our existing
Sales Team Reporting to our Carnforth office, you will help to manage and develop an enhanced wholesale customer base in and around Cumbria. Your wine knowledge must be sound and your proven sales background and successes are imperative. Competitive salary and benefits package based on experience. Apply with CV to Janette McLaughlin: janette@ewga.net
Beauty Therapist Kendal
We are a fast moving and forward thinking food wholesaler that is amongst the “1000 Companies to Inspire Britain 2016”. Based in Windermere, we are now recruiting for the following positions:
Nightshift Order Picker
Experienced Beauty Therapist required for busy town centre salon. Must have NVQ level 3 & ideally at least 2 years salon experience.
The role consists of picking orders and loading them on to our fleet of delivery vehicles for next day delivery throughout the North West.
Please apply in writing including CV. Mrs Sue Nicholson 14 New Shambles Kendal LA9 4TS or via email: info@bellissimobeauty.co.uk
Part of this role is assembly and picking of orders from our freezer warehouse as well as maintaining freezer stocks to enable all orders to be complete.
Warehouse Operative (Freezer)
Both positions are on a full time basis. Previous applicants need not apply Please send your CV to jobs@wmcclure.co.uk
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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.
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 Peer Mentors (1-to-1 support) and help out at our Drop-ins in Kendal, Grange, Sedbergh, Kirkby Lonsdale and Milnthorpe. 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 740 591 / 07715 666 414 / fvangulik@slmind.org
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.
Gatesbield Quaker Housing Association Ltd
We keep it Simple and get Results
Tenant Support Worker (£8.46 per hour, generous leave and pension available)
Do you have a caring nature and the ability to communicate with older adults? Are you enthusiastic and committed to delivering a high standard of service? We are looking for a flexible person to join our small staff team for a minimum of eight hours per week, to provide assistance with light domestic duties (e.g. laundry, cleaning and shopping) for some of our tenants. You will also carry out the duties of a Relief Warden (including providing cover for staff leave). Situated near to Windermere village, Gatesbield is a Sheltered Housing Scheme for independent older adults. Disclosure checks required. Closing date 8th June 2016. For further information contact Andree Cook on 015394 45578 scheme.manager@gatesbield.org.uk www.gatesbield.org.uk
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