Location: Talkin Tarn Country Park, Brampton, Carlisle, Salary: £25,989 per annum pro rata Hours:12 hours per week Contract: Permanent

 

About this opportunity

 

We are looking for a skilled and friendly Kitchen Supervisor to join our small, dedicated team at Talkin Tarn Country Park team room. The position involves the baking of homemade food/ cakes to a high standard, and to be ‘front of house’ to visitors coming to Talkin Tarn and ensure that customers receive a high-quality visitor experience. You will also be required to manage the team in the absence of the tearoom manager.

 

The position is part of a job share working 12 hours per week, including weekend work and bank holidays on a rota system. There may be a requirement to work additional hours depending on the needs of the team.

 

Previous experience in catering is required, along with good communication and customer service skills. Training will be given in food hygiene if required and first aid.

 

Any questions regarding the role please phone the Tearoom Manager on 016977 41050 or email Heather.Thomlinson@cumberland.gov.uk

 

This role is available on a permanent basis.

 

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.

 

DBS ChecksThis role requires a DBS check. The level of check for this role is – Basic 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

If you meet one or more of the criteria above, and wish to be considered for this scheme, select 'yes' to the appropriate question during your application. Find out more.

 

Diversity, Inclusion & AdjustmentsWe’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.

 

Easily apply by submitting your CV and answering a few short questions.

 

Application and Interview information

• Closing date: 28th September 2025
• Interview date:TBC

 

Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested in applying, you should apply well before the advised closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.

 

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

#INDMR