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19 August - 1 September 2016 / Issue 371
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work for Spa Therapist Full or Part Time
Lakeland is home to the extraordinary It’s a place where innovative cookware and inspirational homewares go hand in hand with passionate people and exceptional service. It started as a small family business in a garage in Windermere and now boasts 69 stores nationwide and overseas franchise stores.
Exciting opportunities have arisen at our spa, Oxley’s at Ambleside. We are looking for well-groomed, highly motivated and experienced therapists on a full or part-time basis. You will possess exceptional customer care skills and relevant Beauty Therapy qualifications minimum NVQ Level 3.
We have the following opportunities available:
Experience working with Decleor would be preferred but is not essential as full training will be given. Come and enjoy working with some of the most exclusive brands available in the UK in beautiful and stylish surroundings.
• Distribution Centre Colleagues – Kendal – 39 hours / 32 hours fixed term approx. 4 months
In return we offer commission scheme, progressive training and company benefits. Hours to include most weekends.
Come and develop your skills and career in a respected, thriving family owned company that nurtures its colleagues and cares about its customers.
• Distribution Centre Colleagues, Home Shopping Department – Kendal – 39 hours / 32 hours fixed term approx. 4 months Our success is due to hard work and a belief that it’s our core values that make Lakeland an extraordinary place to work and shop. We’d love you to join Lakeland so if you want to be part of this motivated, exciting team, apply now.
Please apply in writing with your CV and details of experience and qualifications to sa.maher@oxleyshealthspa.co.uk
www.oxleyshealthspa.co.uk
To find out more and apply, please visit www.workforlakeland.co.uk Alexandra Buildings, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1BQ
MARKETING ASSISTANT & CLIENT SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR
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Please see our twitter feed for full advert @BrathayHR.
Grasmere Gingerbread ®
To apply please visit:
www.brathay.org.uk/join-our-team
We are a unique family business established 162 years ago and have a world-wide reputation. Due to our continuing success we wish to recruit the following to complement our amazing team:
• Ecommerce & Digital Marketing Officer; £22,000 - £25,000 further details of the position available at:
www.grasmeregingerbread.co.uk/employment/ Tel: (015394) 35428
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Bookkeeper Head Office, Kendal Herdy is looking for a full time bookkeeper. Excellent numeracy, good working knowledge of Sage 50 & Excel essential. Duties; bookkeeping to trial balance, daily bank reconciliation, purchase & sales ledger & cash management, order processing, nominal postings, stock control. Email CV to diane@herdy.co.uk
We currently have vacancies for outstanding staff to join our talented team.
RECEPTIONISTS HOUSEKEEPERS Linthwaite House is a beautiful 4 AA Red Star hotel and restaurant, overlooking the Lake at Windermere. We have recently become the first UK property of the international Leeu Collection, based in South Africa, and are planning exciting developments for our accommodation and food. We offer. • Competitive salaries • Free uniform • Free transport on selected shifts • Meals on duty • Twice yearly share of gratuities • Annual loyalty bonus • Live in accommodation available To apply please send CV and covering note to: jayne.quinn@linthwaitehouse.com www.linthwaitehouse.com www.leeucollection.com
Head Chef
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 reputation for food quality and service, we are seeking a head chef to take over full operation of our kitchen. The right candidate 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 high standard and are looking for an individual with a similar vision. 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 team in achieving our company’s goals. Salary £28,000 to £35,000 dependent on experience. Bonus scheme available, gratuities, free use of leisure club: We are also recruiting:
Commis Chefs & Kitchen Porters on a full or part time basis to work alongside our team in the kitchen.
Waiting on/Bar Staff
Full and part time positions available. Please contact Liam or Andrew, call in for an application form or drop off your CV. Helm Road | Bowness on Windermere | LA23 3BU T: 015394 44080 / E: rooms@theangelinnbowness.com www.theangelinnbowness.com
www.castlegreen.co.uk The Four Star Castle Green Hotel (including 2AA Rosette restaurant), has recently gone through a period of refurbishment, including the restaurant and bedrooms. As business levels have increased significantly and following a re-structure of the food and beverage departments we have the following full or part time positions available:
Chef de Partie Commis Chef Kitchen Porter Night Porter Room Attendant Food and Beverage Assistants (including bar staff) Staff benefits include competitive rates of pay, company pension scheme, straight shifts wherever possible (including kitchen), flexible shifts to suit, dinner for two on your birthday, reduced staff rates for use of the leisure club and beauticians on site, exceptional attendance awards, reduced accommodation rates at other Best Western Hotels. To apply: e-mail Covering Letter and CV to: grace@castlegreen.co.uk or telephone 01539 797003 (office hours) for further information on any of the above positions. Weekend & school holiday
Briery Wood
Country House Hotel & Restaurant Windermere, Lake District Part of Lake District Country Hotels.
CHEF DE PARTIE REQUIRED
We are looking for a CDP to work in the the kitchen of our 1 AA Rosette, 23 bedroom hotel. Dining room covers 20-30 in the evenings, breakfast 50 persons, with weddings normally 80 persons.
Housekeeping Position at a guesthouse in Windermere.
Saturday and Sunday, 0900 to 1500. Age 15 upwards. Contact Kate or Barry at 01539 442 951
Duties include helping with the smooth running of the kitchen in the Sous Chef’s absence, working with the Head Chef & motivating members of the team and helping create new menus throughout the year whilst we aim to be awarded a second AA Rosette. First time CDP Chef’s are welcome to apply as well as the more seasoned CDP for this chance to join a friendly team with the opportunity to learn about all aspects of the kitchen. Straight shifts, excellent salary, 28 days holiday, all meals on duty and Company Pension. Please apply by e-mail ONLY with a CV and covering letter to Miguel la Porta chef@brierywood.co.uk
www.brierywood.co.uk
Full Time
HYLTONS RESTAURANT BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE
Kitchen Staff • Waiting On Staff • Pot Wash •
Full & part time positions, good rates of pay. Some live in accommodation available. Please contact Stephen Wilson on 015394 43060
Maintenance Person Required for large Hotel in Bowness on Windermere. Must be multi-skilled with a good knowledge of electrical and plumbing. 40 Hours, 5 days out of 7 including weekends, competitive salary, live in available. Contact David Hill on 07874326494
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Just outside Windermere next to the speed camera
Bar Person Full time all year round position, good rate of pay, 28 days paid holiday. Share of tips, plenty of free parking.
Accounts/HR Assistant (Full or Part-Time) Salary dependent on experience
Real ale, Real food, Real atmosphere
Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, the jobholder will be responsible for the accurate recording of the Hotels sales and purchase transactions. They will also be responsible for processing monthly payroll and dealing with general HR administration.
Some Part-time hours also available Please call 01539 821309 or come in and see us! www.lakelandpub.co.uk
This role would suit a capable and experienced individual who has accountancy and IT skills, ideally from a hospitality environment. Sage Line 50 and Payroll experience is preferred, but not essential. Benefits include funding for AAT qualifications at Kendal College, staff uniform, complementary meals on duty, staff discounts, and transport provided from Bowness, Windermere and Ambleside Please email us in confidence with your CV to accounts@daffodilhotel.com
The Cumbria Grand Hotel has the following vacancies:
The Daffodil Hotel & Spa, Keswick Road, Grasmere LA22 9PR
Restaurant Manager
Full time, 40 hours per week, 5 days from 7
Night Porter
Full time, 11pm-7am
Breakfast Chef
30 hours per week, 6am-11am
Receptionist/Reservationist 40 hours per week, Straight Shifts
Competitive pay, Live in is available on all the above positions. For a great opportunity to join our busy 124 bedroom hotel please email CV and letter to Mr M Ridley, General Manager at cumbriamanager@strathmorehotels.com The Cumbria Grand Hotel, Lindale Road, Grange over Sands LA11 6EN 015395 32331 strathmorehotels.com
STAFF WANTED We believe in respect, good pay, decent time off and treating everyone equally. We have a great team who are the backbone to our award winning 17 room Inn, with it’s own award winning on site brewery, state of the art open kitchen and long established reputation for excellence in food and service. For this coming season we need:
• Chef, day time service, no nights, will suit someone with experience
• FOH
Staff, full training given • Housekeeping We will train you, help you learn skills that will further your career, look after you and inspire you to learn new things, you will not be bored. We pay well and share all tips equally irrespective of position. You will be a very important part of a great business.
Miller Howe Hotel and Restaurant, Rayrigg Rd, Windermere LA23 1EY
Sous Chef / Chef de Partie Privately owned country house hotel with a long standing renowned reputation set in the stunning location of Windermere requires a Sous Chef/ Chef de Partie with experience of working within a minimum 2 rosette environment. The ideal candidate must have a genuine passion and an eye for detail. You will be creative, innovative and be able to work under own initiative. A team player temperament also essential to assist with the challenge of seeking more accolades. We will pay well for the right candidate. To apply email martin@ainscoughs.co.uk / T 015394 42536
Transport can be challenging if you don’t have your own wheels, but we always work it out. If this sounds the sort of work environment that you would like to be a part of ring 015394 36347 and we will show you around and discuss the way forward. Barngates, Ambleside, Cumbria LA22 0NG Tel: 015394 36347 email: info@drunkenduckinn.co.uk www.drunkenduckinn.co.uk
TRADITIONAL FOOD & REAL ALES
Head Chef
Grasmere Garden Village
£31,000 per annum including bonus
Requires the help of a Hard Working, Motivated and Friendly Team Member to work as
An experienced Head Chef is required for our lively and well regarded Gastro Pub, serving fantastic fresh food, where quality is key.
General Assistant To work in our Potting Shed Café. Full or Part Time considered. The position is a permanent position and includes weekends.
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Serving on average 2500 meals a week, we would consider a highly motivated Sous Chef to take forward to Head Chef over time.
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Free Car parking, Lunch and Uniform Provided & staff discount.
To Apply
Call Christine on 015394 35255 & email your CV to more@grasmeregardens.com
Please send your CV to romneys.kendal@gmail.com or call General Manager James Heap on 01539 720956
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Junior Sous Chef Chef De Partie After winning Lakeland Hotel of the Year in the Food & Drink Awards (Lancashire, Cheshire and Lake District Life 2013) we are looking for applicants who are interested in working with our team to achieve two AA Rosettes. The successful applicants will have a desire to learn from our experienced team with the aim of progressing their career. Specific knowledge or experience isn’t a necessity, but enthusiasm is a must. If you are keen to join our team, or would like some more information, please email Carl Semple, Head Chef: chef@merewoodhotel.co.uk We are also seeking a
Housekeeping Assistant
The role will be to ensure our high standards of cleanliness and hygiene across the hotel, as well as working as part of the housekeeping team for Lake District Country Hotels For more information please contact robert@merewoodhotel.co.uk
015394 46484
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
Part Time Night Porter
Tasks include ensuring the highest level of service, safety and security for the guests, function set ups, indoor pool maintenance, reception and switchboard operation, cash handling, bar service and general cleaning as well as other routine tasks. 11pm – 8am Saturday & Sunday. Will also be required to cover our full time night porter’s annual leave.
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. 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.
Food And Beverage Supervisor Catering Assistant
Part Time – Permanent* Hours of work: 25 Hours p/w (over 5 days) Monday, Tues & Thurs 9:30am – 2:30pm, Fri 9:30am – 1:30pm and Sun 10am – 4pm. As a constantly expanding business there will be opportunities to work extra hours as and when required. Wages/Salary: Starting at £7.20 p/hour during trial period, increasing to a rate based on performance & experience. Job Description: The key responsibilities will include preparing food for pre booked orders, general cleaning, pot washing and stock control. Working closely with the kitchen manager to ensure all tasks are completed on time. Flexibility is required; as we are constantly expanding we need someone who is able to work extra hours at short notice from time to time. Skills/Qualifications Required: Previous experience in a similar position is preferred but not essential. We are looking for someone with a passion for preparing quality food. The successful candidate must be reliable, enthusiastic, self-motivated, and conscientious, have a great eye for detail and be able to work well under pressure. You must be able to manage your own work load and complete jobs on time. Any training or hygiene certificates would be an advantage. You must also be able to undertake some cleaning duties and light to medium lifting tasks.
*A full time position is also available – Please enquire for further details Please contact us for an application form and return with an accompanying letter stating brief details about yourself and why you would like to apply for this particular job vacancy and what skills & experience you would bring to the role. Riverbank Hospitality Catering, 11b Dockray Hall Mill Ind Est, Kendal LA9 4RU Tel: 01539 723303 Mob: 07984 026408 Email: info@rbhcatering.co.uk Web: www.rbhcatering.co.uk
Brambles Cafe
Chapel Stile, Great Langdale
Part-time Cook Required 16 to 26 hrs per week to work in our café; daytime only, salary dependant on experience.
Own transport needed, year round permanent position in a lovely location. Please telephone Sam on 015394 37500.
The successful applicant will be a motivated, hands on team leader, have excellent customer service skills, perform well under pressure, have good organisational ability, show attention to detail and have a strong food & beverage background.
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 www.stonecrossmanor.co.uk
Hotel Receptionist
We are looking for the perfect person to join our team. You must be prepared to enjoy providing excellent customer service in a friendly and professional environment. We want your personality to shine so that you build a rapport with our guests and leave them with a positive experience of staying at The Ryebeck. You must possess a pleasant and friendly personality, (previous experience in a similar position preferred), administratively organized, computer literate, some experience of a Hotel Property Management System would be ideal although full training will be provided. The working day of a Hotel Receptionist can be very interesting with no two days identical, you will be involved in reservations, diary management, guest welcome, cash handling, communication with other departments and must be prepared to ultimately make our guests feel welcome and cared for. Please note that shifts are on a rota basis and hours of work will therefore vary. All candidates must be eligible to work in UK. The Ryebeck is a quality hotel nestled in an elevated situation overlooking Windermere; a sanctuary of calm away from the occasional hustle and bustle of Bowness. In the first instance please forward your CV and interest by email to oana@ryebeck.com
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MEREWOOD COUNTRY HOUSE HOTEL Windermere Cumbria LA23 1LH
We have vacancies for the following positions:
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Merewood Country House Hotel are looking for a Junior Sous Chef and a Chef De Partie to join our award winning team.
Domestic Assistant £15,917 a year, pro rata
Ref: LANCS05977
Based in North Lancashire. 37 hours a week. An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the staff of Tower Wood Outdoor Education Centre as a Domestic Assistant working to ensure the highest standards of cleanliness within and around the Centre and to support the provision of a high quality catering service to its customers.
Continental Landscapes has been established since 1989 and is involved in every aspect of landscape construction and maintenance. As a Company with Significant development we now have a turnover in the range of £25m with continued expansion in our specialised industry. Due to our well established reputation this means we have been able to expand our client base ranging from Sports Clubs to Local Authorities and Government Departments and Agencies. Due to our continued expansion vacancies have now arisen in the Kendal area for
Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Workers.
Closing Date: 30 August 2016
In this role you will be working as part of a team of operatives reporting directly to and working alongside a team leader, responsible for carrying out a variety of horticultural tasks including grass cutting using ride-on, pedestrian mowers and strimmers, shrub bed maintenance and hedge cutting. There will also be an expectation to assist with landscape installation projects such as tree planting, shrub bed creation and some hard landscaping as requested by our main client.
Some schools are excluded as commitment is on an individual basis.
Apply online at: www.lancashire.gov.uk/vacancies
Additional Key Tasks in this role will include but not limited to: • Operating plant and machinery, drive Company vehicles and able to tow a trailer • Working on a variety of horticultural tasks to a standard as laid out by Contract specification • Working to plans and instructions submitted by both local management and the Client • Maintaining a limited quantity of administration relating to health and safety and machinery / vehicle inspections • Reporting of any defective or vandalised items found on-site to line management
Business Development Assistant & Sales & Marketing Assistant Full time positions, salary dependent on experience Cumbria Tourism are looking for two enthusiastic individuals to play key support roles within the organisation. The successful candidates will provide support within the Business Development team or Marketing team, and will also manage key areas of activity within that role. The successful applicants will have experience in a commercial environment, have strong administration skills, be self-motivated and proactive, and will need to have a passion and enthusiasm for tourism in the Lake District and Cumbria.
Hours of work will be 40 starting at 07.30 until 16.30. Starting immediately. Salary negotiable from £8 per/hour. Note: This description is not intended to establish a total definition of the job, but an outline of the duties. The Company reserves the right to require you to perform other duties and work in other departments from time to time, and it is a condition of your employment that you are prepared to do this. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community as we are an equal opportunities employer. In order to apply for this vacancy please submit your CV along with available start dates, quoting KENDAL in the subject line to: vacancies@continental-landscapes.co.uk
Full application details can be viewed on
www.cumbriatourism.org/jobs
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 30 August 2016
Lakeside Taxis
Kendal & Windermere Fancy a career change or some extra part time work?? We are currently looking to recruit new taxi drivers for our Kendal and Windermere offices. We offer full help and guidance in gaining your SLDC taxi badge from start to finish and can provide cars if you don’t have your own. We have a range of shifts available to suit your requirements from full to part time, week, weekends and evenings. So if this sounds like something you or anyone you know would be interested in please get in contact with us for more information. Attractive packages with hours to suit around your lifestyle. We’re always looking to recruit:
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Owner drivers Private hire drivers Hackney carriage drivers Email: info@lakesideph.co.uk Phone: Windermere 015394 88888 / Kendal 01539 735331
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Retail Supervisor £14,430 37.5 hours per week
The Wordsworth Trust is looking for a Retail Supervisor to join our small, friendly, dedicated team. Applicants should have previous retail experience and be able to demonstrate excellent customer service skills. In return we offer a personal pension scheme, free on-site parking, staff discounts and an opportunity to work in the heart of Wordsworth Country. No CVs – please download an application pack from our website www.wordsworth.org.uk or contact Hannah Stratton at h.stratton@wordsworth.org.uk
Kentmere Packaging Limited is a manufacturer of quality printed folding cartons for a variety of markets throughout the UK.
Machine Operator
We currently have a vacancy for a Full Time Machine Operator within our finishing department. Applicants need to have experience operating machinery within a production environment.
Production Operatives
We currently have vacancies for Full Time Production Operatives. Applicants are required to have experience working in a production environment and have the ability to be trained for skilled operations. We offer competitive rates of pay, an incentive scheme, 5 weeks paid holiday per year plus pension and sick pay schemes after a qualifying period. Please submit applications in writing, with details of your work experience to: Neil Wadsworth, Kentmere Packaging Ltd, Staveley, Kendal LA8 9PB or email NeilWadsworth@kentmerepackaging.com Closing date for applications 2nd September 2016.
Lifestyle Co-ordinator
(Homecare and Community Team) £8.25 per hour (plus travel time and travel expenses) Part Time and Bank Vacancies available Oaklea are looking to increase our existing team of Lifestyle Co-ordinators based in South Lakeland to support disabled and disadvantaged people in the local community. You will be part of a growing team supporting our customers to live independently.
Lifestyle Co-ordinator (Adult Care)
£8.25 per hour 20 hours per week & Bank Staff
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 UNSOCIABLE 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.
We are looking for new members of staff to join our established team to support individuals with physical and learning disabilities in an adult care home. Customer’s require a range of support from personal care to meeting with friends and family, accessing the local community, budgeting, medications and domestic and daily household tasks. Our main focus is supporting individuals to maintain and achieve greater independence through working towards short and long term goals and milestones. No previous experience is necessary as full training is provided. For an informal chat please call HR on 01539 735025. To apply online visit www.oakleatrust.co.uk/jobs, to request an application pack please call the HR department on 01539 735025, we also welcome applications by CV and covering letter to hr@oakleatrust.co.uk
Part Time Retail Assistant In our Ambleside Chocolate shop for 4 fixed days per week including 1 weekend day - permanent position. Duties include serving customers and stock replenishment. No experience is necessary. Starting wage £7.68 per hour. Please ring 017687 72234 to apply.
Closing date: 2nd September 2016 We are looking for a
Talented Hairdresser To join our dynamic team in the heart of the busy town of Bowness. We are very flexible and are either looking for someone to rent a chair or be employed full or part time. Full time – Tuesday to Saturday Part time – Tuesday, Friday, Saturday or just Friday, Saturday (close at 3pm on Saturday) A great opportunity to work in a busy contemporary salon in a tourist area. Stylists must be qualified to NVQ Level 2 hairdressing, in all aspects of hairdressing including Ladies, Gents and Children. Call 01539445944 and ask for Gareth or send your cv to aquasalon@yahoo.co.uk AQUA, 3 WINDERMERE BANK, LAKE ROAD, WINDERMERE LA232JJ WWW.AQUAHAIRWINDERMERE.COM
Sales Consultant £30k OTE
Answering to the Sales Manager, our Sales Consultants are responsible for winning new business in a competitive environment, based on Price, Environmental Compliance, Reliability and our comprehensive Price Pledge. You will cover from the South Lakes to Lancaster. B2B Sales Experience would be beneficial, although for the right candidate full training will be given and for this role, a positive, dynamic attitude is more inportant than experience. Working Hours are 35 hours per week, 9 to 5. The position comes with an Excellent Remuneration Package: High Basic Salary + Commission and Company Car/Car Allowance. Apply with a CV to donna@maxrecycle.com
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