CookCouncil
Location: Parkview Gardens
Contract Type: Zero hour- Permanent x2
About this opportunity
A market supplement of £0.53p per hour is currently being applied to this role and will be payable once you have been in post for 6 months. The Market Supplement will be applied to both your basic salary and to any additional hours, uplifting the hourly rate to £14.23 per hour
Would you like the opportunity to develop your skills? Are you friendly, caring and confident in the kitchen?
As a cook you will be responsible for planning, preparing, and serving nutritionally balanced meals that meet individual dietary requirements. You will help manage the day-to-day operation of the kitchen, maintain high hygiene standards, complete required documentation, and ensure compliance with infection control and Environmental Health procedures.
Who we are looking for…
We are looking for the successful candidate to be hard working, reliable and passionate about making a real difference in the lives of our residents, as each of their dietary and care needs will be catered to.
Experience in a residential home is not required. If you are compassionate, motivated, and eager to take on a rewarding new role, we look forward to hearing from you.
What can we offer you!
Working at Westmorland and Furness Council you will receive a variety of benefits, including a competitive pension scheme, enhanced annual leave allowance and other various perks and discounts schemes. For more information about life at Westmorland and Furness Council and what we can offer you, please visit our Careers site.Our benefits | Careers (westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk)
Would you like to find out more?
For further information about this role, such as responsibilities and essential criteria please view the below attachments:
Please note: If the Post Specification for this vacancy states that a UK driving licence is required, non-UK driving licences with entitlement to drive vehicles in the UK will also be accepted.
Application and Interview information
Closing date: 23/11/2026
Interview date: 30/11/2026
We are currently operating both in-person and virtual interviews. Interview details such as venue/timings will be shared with successful candidates, following the shortlisting process. If you have any concerns or adjustments are needed, we are happy to discuss this with you.
If you experience any technical difficulties applying for this role, please contact the HR Systems Team at [email protected].
For guidance on the recruitment process, FAQs, and useful tips for completing your application, please visit: Our Approach to Recruitment | Careers
Safer Recruitment & DBS
At Westmorland and Furness Council we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety and welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and we expect all workers, employees and volunteers to share our commitment.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974 and requires an enhanced DBS check.
Politically Restricted
Please note that this post is designated as politically restricted under local government legislation. Certain restrictions on political activity apply. Please see our careers website for further information: Our Approach to Recruitment | Careers
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Westmorland and Furness Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from everyone and work to promote an inclusive, supportive culture that values and celebrates our differences.
As a Disability Confident Leader, disabled applicants, who meet the essential criteria of this job, are guaranteed an interview.
We also offer guaranteed interviews to Armed Forces personnel and veterans and those in care or care experienced and under 24 years old (someone who has been looked after by a local authority at any point, for any length of time, e.g. foster care, residential care, or under the guardianship of a local authority) that meet the essential criteria for the role.
Position type: Part Time
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