Relief Cook - CMB2646e

The Cumbria County Council

Longtown

On-site

GBP 15,000 - 21,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

The Cumbria County Council is seeking a Relief Cook for Eskdale Residential Home in Longtown. The role is part-time, with responsibilities for planning and preparing meals, ensuring dietary needs are met and maintaining hygiene standards in line with current legislation.

Salary is paid per hour (£13.26). DBS enhanced checks are required. Applications close 18 September 2026, and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for eligible applicants as advertised.

Responsibilities

To engage with residents and staff to understand resident’s food and drink preferences and develop menus that reflect those preferences with variety and a balanced and wholesome diet to meet varying nutritional requirements.
To prepare, cook and present meals, snacks and refreshments in a way that is appetising.
Maintain overall responsibility for the running of the kitchen ensuring hygiene standards meets current legislation and efficiency of the kitchen is maximised.

Job description

Job reference REQ00000020312 Date posted 18/08/2026 Application closing date 18/09/2026 Location LONGTOWN Salary £13.26 Per Hour Package Blank Contractual hours 0 Basis Part time Attachments Blank

Relief Cook – CMB2646e

Location: Eskdale Residential Home, Longtown

Salary: £13.26 Per Hour

Hours: 0 per week

About this opportunity

To engage with residents and staff to understand resident’s food and drink preferences and develop menus that reflect those preferences with variety and a balanced and wholesome diet to meet varying nutritional requirements.
To prepare, cook and present meals, snacks and refreshments in a way that is appetising.
Maintain overall responsibility for the running of the kitchen ensuring hygiene standards meets current legislation and efficiency of the kitchen is maximised.

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 Nick Hewetson-Jones by email at Nick Hewetson-Jones@cumberland.gov.uk

DBS Checks

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

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
Armed forces veterans whose last long term substantive employer was the armed forces

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 Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk . While adjustments aren’t always guaranteed, we’ll always listen and we’ll try our best to accommodate your needs.

Application and Interview information