Relief Cook - CMB2618e

The Cumbria County Council; Millom; On-site; GBP 23,024 - 28,141; Part time

Job summary

The Cumbria County Council is seeking a Bank Cook for Lapstone House Residential Home in Millom. The role focuses on preparing nourishing meals, planning menus, and supporting residents with dietary needs. Flexible, team-oriented candidates are encouraged to apply.

The position offers part-time hours, a pro rata salary, and opportunities for training and development within a supportive care environment. DBS enhanced checks are part of the process, with interviews by arrangement.

Qualifications

• Must have Basic Food Hygiene Certificate.
• Experience cooking for diverse dietary requirements.
• Friendly, team-focused attitude.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present nutritious meals catering to dietary needs.
• Plan menus, manage stock, and maintain hygiene standards.
• Ensure smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.

Job description

Job reference REQ00000020270 Date posted 28/07/2026 Application closing date 27/08/2026 Location MILLOM Salary £25,583 per annum pro rata Package Blank Contractual hours 0 Basis Part time Attachments Blank

Job description

Location

Lapstone House Residential Home, Millom

Salary

£25,583 per annum pro rata

Hours

0 Hours per week

Contract

Permanent

About this opportunity

Cumberland Council is seeking a passionate and flexible Bank Cook to join our dedicated care team. In this rewarding role, you’ll be responsible for preparing and presenting nutritious, appetising meals that cater to a variety of dietary needs and personal preferences. You’ll also help plan menus, manage stock, maintain hygiene standards, and ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the kitchen.

We’re looking for someone with a Basic Food Hygiene Certificate, experience in cooking for diverse dietary requirements, and a friendly, team-focused attitude. In return, you’ll enjoy a supportive working environment, opportunities for training and development, and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of our residents. If you’re enthusiastic about food and care, we’d love to hear from you.

Who we’re looking for

We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities.

We’re also about potential over perfection and we can help you grow in the role and thrive in your career.

Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.

Contact

For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Debra Toman Lloyd by email at [e-mail]

DBS Checks

This role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is: Enhanced DBS check.

Guaranteed Interviews

We offer a guaranteed interview to the following applicants as long as your application can demonstrate you meet the essential criteria for the role.

• Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
• Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
• Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets).

Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments

We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. That’s why we’re a proud Disability Confident Leader and also an Age Friendly Employer – to provide opportunities for everyone to thrive.

If you need any reasonable adjustments

to participate in the recruitment process, please let either the hiring manager or our Resourcing Team know by emailing [e-mail] . While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 27/08/2026
• Interview date:TBC

Please read the supporting information:

• Post Specification

Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:

• Our Staff Benefits
• Candidate Support
• About Cumberland Council