Located on the edge of the Lake District National Park, Furness College is a vibrant, innovative and fast-paced FE College, benefiting from strong partnerships with local employers and universities. We offer an extensive range of courses with a particular emphasis on technical learning, apprenticeships and Higher Education, in addition to the broadest A’ level offer in Cumbria.
Cook/ Food Service Assistant
We are seeking a Cook/ Food Service Assistant to support our Catering team. Applications are encouraged from candidates without catering qualifications but with relevant experience; qualifications are desirable. Please see the job description for a full list of responsibilities.
Hours: 30 hours per week (37 working weeks)
Tenure: Permanent
Annual Leave: 30 days, plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
Closing Date: 13/07/2025
Interview Date: TBC
What can we offer you?
* Enhanced occupational pension scheme.
* Generous annual leave and time off, including 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and paid time off during Christmas closure.
* Family-friendly policies—please ask for details.
* Free parking on college premises.
* Discounted college gym membership to support health and wellbeing.
* Relocation package for new staff moving to the area (T&C’s apply).
* Ongoing professional development (CPD) opportunities.
* Funded flu vaccinations.
* Funded eye tests.
For a full list of tasks and responsibilities, please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification.
Furness College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff. Safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check with barred lists and references, will be undertaken. Please refer to the job description for safeguarding responsibilities specific to this role.
This position is ‘exempt’ from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, as amended by the Rehabilitation of Offenders (Exceptions) Order 1975 and subsequent amendments.
For more information about our application process, please see our recruitment and selection policy, including details on pre-employment checks and DBS requirements.
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