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Abbot Hall Art Gallery Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry Windermere Jetty
It’s here at last! An opportunity to work the days and hours to suit your own needs.
CREATING A WORLD CLASS RESORT IN THE LAKE DISTRICT Join the team… This Spring 2017 Low Wood Bay Resort & Spa will become The Lake Districts first world class resort. A long reputation worldwide for delivering great hospitality together with an unsurpassed lake shore location and now the new facilities to provide a world class experience. With a new resort comes new opportunities, we are looking to recruit fun, friendly and inspiring individuals to join a team who love what we do... We are looking to recruit the following positions...
We are opening our new café at Abbot Hall and we are looking for the following team members to join us at Abbot Hall and Blackwell:
• Chefs • Kitchen Assistants • Food Service Staff We’d love to hear from you if you can demonstrate that you are enthusiastic, friendly and work well as part of a team. Some experience would be great, but we are just as happy to offer training or an apprenticeship programme. We offer • Day time working (during the week and at weekends) • Flexible hours to fit around family and life • Straight shifts • Opportunity to work at multi sites • Salary ranges from £7.20-£8.20 ph dependent upon experience Lakeland Arts, is one of the most significant arts and heritage organisations in the North with a national and international reputation for the quality of its historic buildings, museum and gallery collections and programming. Lakeland Arts is committed to equal opportunities in employment and welcomes applications from people with protected characteristics For further information and how to apply please look at our website: www.lakelandarts.org.uk/work-opportunities or call James on 01539 888041
- Receptionist - Kitchen Porter - Housekeeping Supervisors - Room Attendants and Public Area Cleaners: full time, part time and variable hours to suit
For more information please contact... Helen Wilman-Scales on 015394 39452 or visit elh.uk/jobsLWB to apply and view our film
WE ARE HIRING:
Food & Beverage Assistant Straight shifts only, award winning, great team, career opportunities, flexible shifts Email: Robert@merewoodhotel.co.uk
Are you friendly, charming, enthusiastic, well presented, with lovely manners and good English? We are looking for… Housekeeper Waiting Staff Experienced Barman Breakfast Chef (Lake House) Chef de Partie (Gilpin Spice) Reception & Reservation Agent Maintenance Operative / Maintenance Electrician Positions are full time, live in/out, with 28 days holiday, meals whilst on duty, and great subsidised local staff houses near the hotel and in Windermere. Email your CV to Amy at careers@thegilpin.co.uk. Gilpin Hotel & Lake House, Crook Rd, Windermere, LA23 3NE 015394 88818 w: thegilpin.co.uk careers@thegilpin.co.uk
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Hotel & Catering
Sous Chef Chef De Partie Commis Chefs
(Excellent rates of pay for the right candidates)
Waiting on / Bar Staff
(Full & Part-time Positions Available) 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 now seeking the above staff members. 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. Great rates of pay, gratuities, meals on duty, leisure club membership, 28 days holiday, closed Christmas Day.
Helm Road | Bowness on Windermere | LA23 3BU T: 015394 44080 / E: rooms@theangelinnbowness.com www.theangelinnbowness.com
- Commis Chef Wage depends on experience
Please contact us by email thealbertbowness@hotmail.co.uk Or phone 015394 43241 and ask for Paul or Charlie
Commis Chef
John Lewis Partnership Hotel Ambleside Park Nestled on the side of the majestic Lake Windermere in the Lake District, Ambleside Park is the perfect place for Partners to relax, re-charge and roam the breathtaking beauty of the Lake District National Park. We are seeking a Commis Chef to work under the supervision of the Head/Sous Chef to produce agreed menus to a consistently high standard. A competitive salary is on offer with live-in available plus all other benefits of being a Partner. 37.5 hours per week. Please apply at jlpjobs.com under Catering and Hospitality where you can also view our other hospitality opportunities
• Compston Road Ambleside Cumbria LA22 9AD 015394 33845 We have a vacancy for a
Commis Chef
to work in our Restaurants; Zeffirellis and Fellinis in Ambleside. The successful person will work in a small team producing high quality Vegetarian food.
Sous Chef - up to £28k • Chef de Partie • P/T Waiting On Staff
Excellent rates of pay, working in a modern induction kitchen. Live in accommodation may be available. Please contact Paul on 015394 43443 or 0782 581 1624 or email paulwebster73@aol.co.uk
www.thebrownhorseinn.co.uk
You must be flexible and willing to learn. Experience is essential in a kitchen but training will be given. Both Restaurants are very busy therefore we need someone who can work quickly and accurately. We are also looking for someone with
Pastry Chef
experience to join our team. The role will involve the design and preparation of cakes and desserts for both Zeffirellis and Fellinis restaurants. The presentation of the confectionary is as important as the taste therefore we are looking for someone who can deliver high quality, innovative and consistent confectionary whilst maintaining cost control. Must be able to work split shifts, evenings and weekends. Experience in a busy kitchen essential. To apply please email Stan at david.stanning@zeffirellis.com with your CV
Housekeeper - Windermere
To assist with the cleaning of guest bedrooms, waiting on at breakfast and other general front of house duties as required. Must have people skills, be conscientious and willing to work hard. Experience useful but not essential. Hours vary depending on how busy the guest house is. Minimum 16 hours per week up to 25 until October. May include an occasional day at weekends. Starting immediately. Contact Kate or Barry at 015394 42951 or email admin@southview.co.uk
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We are Recruiting!
FRONT OF HOUSE SUPERVISOR Plato’s is a busy five star restaurant with rooms and we are looking for an individual who is energised, confident and well presented.
Job Role To support the management team by undertaking the daily supervision of your team and ensure the smooth running of the customer facing operations.
Responsibilities To ensure customers feel welcomed and take responsibility for the standard of service of food and drink. To maximise the customer experience by own actions and leadership of others. Responsible for day to day operations and increasing sales and profitability through selling through service and maintaining exceptional standards. Responsibility includes ensuring that your area operates efficiently, profitably and contributes to achieving business objectives. Rate of pay of £8.50 per hour (£17,680 pa based on 40 hour week). Gratuities an average of £1600 extra per year. Age relative. Hours of work are generally straight shifts but may include some split shifts which are required at seasonal peak times. To apply in writing please send your CV and cover letter to Mrs Fiona Benn, Director, Plato’s, 2 Mill Brow, Kirkby Lonsdale LA6 2AT or email to fiona@platoskirkby.co.uk
015242 74180 hello@platoskirkby.co.uk www.platoskirkbylonsdale.co.uk No. 2 Mill Brow, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6 2AT Plato’s, Bar Restaurant Rooms @Platos_Kirkby
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Full and part time, £7.50 per hour
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Kendal Nutricare is an English Pharmaceutical Research Company, manufacturing milk based infant formulas and weaning products to UK and export markets.
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We are Recruiting!
Plato’s is a busy five star restaurant with rooms in the heart of Kirkby Lonsdale. We are looking for Chefs who are keen to learn from the years of experience of our head chef to create modern dishes with flare.
Sous Chef Key responsibilities:
Senior Cook - 35 hours per week
We are looking for a Senior Cook to prepare and cook breakfasts and lunches in our staff canteen, maintaining a healthy, safe and secure environment and ensuring compliance with Health and Safety legislation and all Due Diligence.
Key Accountabilities
Running the kitchen when the head chef is away Ensuring your brigade has high culinary standards Managing food purchasing and storage Maintaining a safe and hygienic kitchen environment Helping create new recipes and write menus
• To prepare and cook food to a high standard on a daily basis • To prepare the counter and dining areas for service and maintain adequate levels of food throughout service times • To maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in the preparation, cleaning and clearing of food production and service areas • To create, maintain and enhance effective customer relationships • To be responsible for the daily cashing up and reconciling of figures • To ensure the meals and consumables are within the agreed budgetary standard and cost • To ensure all documentation is completed in an accurate and timely manner • To receive and implement training as required
Skills required:
A minimum of NVQ level 2 with 1 to 2 years’ experience at sous chef level A flair with ingredients An ability to stay calm when the pressure mounts Strong leadership skills to motivate your brigade of chefs First rate culinary skills Rate of pay of £24,000 per year, based on 45 hour week. Gratuities an average of £1600 extra per year.
Chef de Partie
Personal Attributes
Key responsibilities:
Maintaining high standards of hygiene Preparing the ingredients for a more senior chef Measuring dish ingredients and portion sizes accurately Dealing with deliveries and stock rotation.
• Experience in a similar role and environment • Food Hygiene certificate is desirable • You must be attentive and proactive and able to work independently
Skills required:
Great cooking skills A cool head An ability to delegate appropriately Organisational flair A grasp of profit margins
Hours of work will be 07.00-14.30 Monday to Thursday, 07.00-12.00 Friday. £8.79 per hour.
Catering Assistant - 20 hours per week
Rate of pay of £19,000 per year, based on 45 hour week. Gratuities an average of £1600 extra per year.
To apply in writing please send your CV and cover letter to Mrs Fiona Benn, Director, Plato’s, 2 Mill Brow, Kirkby Lonsdale LA6 2AT or email to fiona@platoskirkby.co.uk
015242 74180 hello@platoskirkby.co.uk www.platoskirkbylonsdale.co.uk No. 2 Mill Brow, Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, LA6 2AT Plato’s, Bar Restaurant Rooms @Platos_Kirkby
We are looking for a part-time Catering Assistant to assist with the preparation, presentation, service and cleaning of our staff canteen, offering a breakfast and lunch service, with flexibility to work additional hours to cover holidays.
Key Accountabilities
• To assist in the general duties involved in the production and service of meals • To prepare the counter and dining areas for service and maintain adequate levels of food throughout service times • To maintain high standards of hygiene and safety in the preparation, cleaning and clearing of food production and service areas. • To take and prepare orders for hot and cold food • To take payments for food and cash up the till
Personal Attributes
HEAD CHEF REQUIRED For busy Mediterranean Cafebar & Restaurant. Wage according to experience. For more details please contact karen@cafeterrazzo.co.uk Or call 07768 837658
• Experience in a similar role and environment • Food Hygiene certificate is desirable • You must be attentive and proactive and able to work independently
Hours of work will be 08.30-13.30 Monday to Thursday. £7.70 per hour..
To apply for either position, please submit your CV and covering letter to jobs@kendalnutricare.com Closing date for all applications is Wednesday 17th May 2017 Kendal Nutricare Ltd, Mint Bridge Road, Kendal, Cumbria LA9 6NL | Tel: 01539 877100
General Vacancies
Lonsdale Galleries, Bowness Require a
Cleaner & Canteen Assistant
Part-time Retail Assistant
Zero Hour Contract
The James Cropper plc group manufactures high quality specialist paper and advanced materials. With a proud history stretching back more than 170 years at its base near Kendal in Cumbria, the company exports to customers in more than 50 countries. We currently have a vacancy for a Cleaner and Canteen Assistant to provide cover for holidays and sickness. The hours are dependent upon the business need. The successful candidate would be required to assist with the preparation and cooking of meals, and delivering a high standard cleaning service across the business. Previous experience would be advantageous. If you wish to apply for the position, this can be done on-line via our website careers page, or please contact Amy Chapman for an application form on 01539 722002. Alternatively you can email your CV to amy.chapman@cropper.com. For more information about James Cropper PLC visit www.cropper.com Closing date for applications: Friday 19 May 2017 th
to work in our busy shop. Applicants must be flexible and have good customer service skills.
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Please apply within or e-mail: nick@woodbrim.plus.com attaching a CV.
Old Courthouse Gallery Has a vacancy for a temporary full-time
GALLERY ASSISTANT
Join our growing team in this prominent & exciting gallery. Retail experience essential. CVs to gallery@ocg-arts.com Old Courthouse Gallery, Market Place, Ambleside LA22 9BU
General Vacancies
Cumbria View Care Services Providing quality care to clients in their own homes
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST (SEASONAL) We currently require a full-time seasonal general assistant/ receptionist (May to end November 2017) for our Old Park Wood Holiday Park. You will be required to work 40 hours per week which will include weekends. Ideally you will possess sound administrative and organisational skills, be able to offer flexibility, dedication to a high level of customer care and a pride in work undertaken. Your duties will include assisting with administration, reception, shop duties and to unpack, clean and prepare sales caravans. A competitive remuneration package will be offered. Please reply by email with a full CV to: Sue@holker.co.uk Or in writing to Sue Porter, Old Park Wood Caravan Park Holker, Grange over Sands, Cumbria LA11 7PP
Have you ever thought of being a Delivery Driver? Do you love driving? Are you looking for a fun and flexible role enabling you to work within a fast paced and high energy team environment? We are currently looking to hire
Part-time/full-time Drivers for our Kendal store. Working for Domino’s Pizza as a Delivery Expert means you are at the forefront of our business, ensuring our customers get high quality pizzas delivered hot and on time. In return, you can receive up to £10 per hour (including tips and mileage). E-mail your CV with a cover letter to kendaldominos@gmail.com or collect an application form in-store today!
Kendal
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Windermere
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Carnforth
Home Support Carers
Kendal, Milnthorpe & Carnforth area’s As one of the leading providers of Home Care Services in the South Lakes and Bay area we provide an invaluable service to our clients and their families, which enables our clients to remain independent in their own homes. The ethos of our company is to provide the type of care that we would want for our own families, which is achieved through the amazing dedication and support of our Home Support Carers. Our services are in great demand and we are therefore looking at increasing our teams in the Kendal/Burneside, Milnthorpe/Arnside and Carnforth/Morecambe area’s. Some of the major benefits we provide for our Home Support Carers are:-
* Minimum hourly rate of £7.80 (weekdays) and £8.00 (weekends) * Paid travel time AND mileage (when travelling between clients homes) * Supportive training, on-job mentoring and progression opportunities * Permanent, full time and part time vacancies Experience is not necessary as we provide you with all the training and skills required to complete your tasks to a high standard, however you must be reliable, honest, friendly and compassionate. As you will be providing care to clients in their own homes it is essential that you have a full driving license (valid to drive in the UK) and have access to a reliable car. For further details please contact Amanda on (01539) 735694, apply on-line at admin@cumbriaviewcare.co.uk, or pop into our office at 16c Market Place, Kendal for an informal chat (we are next door to Nina’s Café in the Market Place).
www.cumbriaviewcare.com
Housing Advice, Advocacy and Support Manna House is a Kendal-based charity offering advice, advocacy and a drop-in support centre for those who are homeless, vulnerably housed, lonely or needing help. For both of the dynamic posts below, working under pressure, as part of our compassionate team and on your own initiative is essential, as is demonstrating an understanding of the needs of our clients. Experience of mental health work and drug and alcohol awareness and a relevant qualification NVQ 3 or above is preferred for both. Enhanced DBS Check required, but we will consider applicants with a conviction history on a case by case basis.
Learning Kitchen Manager - Kendal 35 hours per week, three year contract
We are looking for a talented cook and educator to transform our kitchen into a springboard for engaging clients in lifelong learning. Closing date: 22nd May 2017 | Interviews: 8th June 2017
Winter Shelter & Volunteer Coordinator - Kendal 21 hours per week, three year contract
The team requires a well organised and people focussed leader to coordinate our churches-based Winter Shelter and manage our 50+ volunteer corps. Closing date: 26th June 2017 | Interviews: 10th July 2017 For further information and application forms, please see our website: www.manna-house.org.uk or ring 01539 725534
Manna House (Cumbria): Registered Charity No. 1147785 Company Limited by Guarantee 8041498
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Checkers
Come and work on a Saturday for a friendly, family run business based in Ambleside, checking self-catering properties around the South Lakes area, after the clean has taken place. Own vehicle needed, 50p per mile allowance. A very high standard of cleanliness essential. Every Saturday 10 am to 5 pm. £11.50 per hour on a self-employed basis.
Saturday Laundry Assistant Do you need a few hours work on Saturdays?
We are also looking to employ a capable person to move large quantities of linen and linen cages. Will involve distribution of cleaning products, helping in the laundry department, key collection and housekeeping admin. £8 per hour 9 am to 5 pm. Would suit student. Please call Lynn, Maureen or Dee on 015394 32321
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General Vacancies
STREETCARE OPERATIVE / LGV DRIVER
Experienced Book Keeper
We are looking for the right person to manage the accounting function of an IT Training Company based in Kendal town centre.
South Lakeland District Council is seeking to employ an enthusiastic and motivated person with the ability to deliver in various roles within the Street Scene Department and to assist in ensuring that the highest standard of services are delivered for residents in the South Lakeland area. Applicants must hold a current full driving licence and this must include an LGV Class 2 entitlement.
Duties will include: • Raising sales invoices and dealing with any queries • Checking and processing purchase invoices • Credit control, including managing debtors • Petty cash, bank and credit card reconciliations • Processing expenses claims • Other related office admin duties
On occasions the post holder may be asked to work at other depots or locations, or to carry out other associated work. The position will be based at our Kendal depot. Closing date for applications: Monday 22 May 2017
Experience of XERO would be a distinct advantage. This is a full time position. Previous experience of managing whole accounting function preferred. To apply please email your CV with a covering letter to steve.lawless@purplegriffon.com
Reliable Cleaners
Permanent, 37 hours per week Salary Scale E £17,772 to £19,430 per annum
For further information including the job description, person specification and details of how to apply please visit us at www.southlakeland.gov.uk/your-council/job-vacancies/ We are unable to accept CVs for job vacancies South Lakeland District Council is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer
GARDENER & LANDSCAPER positions available
40 hrs per week. Hourly rates £8+. Must have experience.
required to join our team in and around the Windermere area.
Lakeland Gardens are seeking two new people to join their team of gardeners and Landscapers. We are a local company working on beautiful gardens and grounds across the Lake District.
Own transport preferable but not essential.
Applicants will be positive, friendly and happy to work outside in all weathers. Windermere based.
Friday and/or Saturday. Good rate of pay
Please email Sam@LakelandGardens.co.uk
Trade Counter Sales Person / Driver
We are looking for a new member of staff to work in a busy Trade outlet, helping us maximise both Counter Sales and Customer Deliveries. Essential requirements include; Full current driving licence; a polite, positive and helpful manner to customers; fully computer literate with a willingness to work hard and learn new skills. Excellent rates of pay, 40 hrs/week, 21 days holiday + Bank Holidays, staff pension scheme and good staff discount scheme. 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
015394 47002
work for Lakeland is home to the extraordinary
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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 68 stores nationwide and overseas franchise stores. Come and develop your skills and career in a respected, thriving family owned company that nurtures its colleagues and cares about its customers. We have the following opportunities available in our Windermere Store:
• Retail Colleagues – 23 hours permanent, shifts are on a rota basis over 4 days.* 16 hours permanent, shifts are on a rota basis over 4 days, although primarily these positions are working between the hours of 7.30 - 11.30 or 11.00 - 15.00.* 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. To find out more and apply, please visit www.workforlakeland.co.uk * £7.78 per hour at 18 years and over.
Alexandra Buildings, Windermere, Cumbria LA23 1BQ
workforlakeland.co.uk
General Vacancies
HOLEHIRD
LEONARD CHESHIRE DISABILITY AWARDED OUTSTANDING RATINGS BY THE CARE QUALITY COMMISSIONERS (CQC)
We are currently recruiting Care Staff
GENERAL WORKER (SEASONAL) We currently require a part-time seasonal general worker (May to end November 2017) for our Longlands Holiday Park. You will be required to work 24 hours per week including weekends and additionally be available to cover holidays and sickness.
• £8.35 PER HOUR (ANNUAL SALARY OF £15,197) • ACCOMMODATION IS AVAILABLE FOR FULL TIME STAFF • GENEROUS HOLIDAY ALLOWANCE • PENSION SCHEME • HEALTH BENEFITS
Some experience of operating machinery and equipment is desirable. Your key tasks will be to undertake site maintenance work including grass cutting, strimming and rubbish clearance whilst maintain the highest standard of appearance on the Park with a dedication to customer care.
Holehird has been providing care for younger adults with life changing medical conditions for nearly sixty years. We care for the younger adult with complex medical conditions such as brain and spinal injuries, and long-term medical conditions. If you would like to join our care team in helping to provide care and support please get in touch with us. In addition to having a rewarding vocation you will receive training, guidance and support whilst working in a warm and friendly environment. Our magnificent mansion provides a fantastic opportunity for individuals to attain knowledge and experience which is generally required by the universities prior to studies being undertaken in the care profession such as general nursing, midwifery or even medicine.
OCCASIONAL HOUR CONTRACTS/BANK WORK AVAILABLE
A competitive remuneration package will be offered. Please reply by email with a full CV to: Sue@holker.co.uk Or in writing to Sue Porter, Old Park Wood Caravan Park Holker, Grange over Sands, Cumbria LA11 7PP
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.
To find out more about the work we do take a look at our website :
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.
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
Looking for a change? Black Beck Holiday Park is looking for a
full time Groundsperson
The ideal candidate must have a full clean driving licence. Accommodation can be provided if necessary. Please contact Joe Dixon, Park Manager on 01229 861274
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