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We welcome applications for seasonal positions.
Pastry Chef
Job Reference: Pastry Chef
Pay: Salary negotiable depending on experience plus excellent tips, accommodation may be available.
More Info / Contact: Fabio
Job Description
About Us
Located in the heart of the Lake District, Zeffirellis has been delighting locals and visitors alike for over 45 years. We’re proud to be a beloved destination for award-winning vegetarian cuisine, independent film, live music, and exceptional hospitality.
Our vibrant, multi-venue company includes:
- Zeffirellis – An Italian-inspired vegetarian restaurant with a lively jazz bar and two cinema screens.
- Fellinis – A Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian restaurant with an elegant feel and one cinema screen.
- Zeffirellis by the Park – A dedicated cinema venue with two additional screens, bringing our total to five.
- Ambleside Manor – A charming vegetarian bed & breakfast in central Ambleside.
Whether it’s dining, film, live jazz, or a relaxing stay, Zeffirellis offers a unique experience grounded in creativity, sustainability, and warmth.
The Role:
We are looking for a creative and passionate Pastry Chef to join our team in a vibrant vegetarian restaurant/cafe. The ideal candidate will be responsible for producing high-quality, plant-based pastries, desserts and baked goods that align with our vegetarian ethos. You'll have a strong understanding of flavour combinations, seasonal ingredients and the ability to innovate within dietary preferences, including vegan and gluten free options.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide excellent service with a friendly and professional attitude
- Support day-to-day operations in your area
- Maintain our high standards of presentation, and guest experience
- Menu development: create, test and refine a range of vegetarian-friendly desserts, pastries and baked goods. Including vegan and gluten-free options.
- Preparation & production: Prepare pastries, desserts and baked goods daily, ensuring consistent quality, presentation and portion control
- Ingredient management: source and manage high-quality, plant-based ingredients, maintaining freshness, minimising waste and optimising food costs.
- Kitchen hygiene & safety: Maintain a clean, organised and compliant pastry station, adhering to all food safety and hygiene standards
- Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team and front-of-house staff to coordinate service, ensure smooth operations and respond to customer feedback
- Seasonal innovation: Develop and introduce new pastry items that reflect the seasons, current trends and our commitment to sustainable, vegetarian dining
- Quality control: regularly review products for taste, texture, appearance and adherence to dietary requirements
About You
- Proven experience as a pastry chef or similar role in a restaurant, cafe or bakery environment
- Strong knowledge of vegetarian and vegan baking techniques and ingredients or willingness to learn
- creativity and attention to detail in presentation and flavour pairing
- good organisational and time-management skills
- understanding of allergen awareness and dietary restrictions
- NVQ in patisserie or Culinary Art or an equivalent certification preferred
- Ability to work early mornings, weekends and holidays as required
- Passionate about food
- A strong communicator who enjoys working as part of a team
- Enthusiastic, proactive and ready to learn
No Experience? No problem. If you have a positive attitude and are eager to learn, we will provide full training. This role suits someone who is friendly, reliable, and enjoys working in a close-knit team with varied day-to-day responsibilities.
What We Offer
- A friendly and creative working environment
- Staff perks including discounted cinema passes and meal discounts
- Opportunities for development and progression across different venues
- Competitive pay and flexible hours where possible
- Be part of a company that values individuality, sustainability, and community
- Flexible working hours
- Meal provided on shift
- Staff car park nearby
How to Apply
- If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short introduction to careers@zeffirellis.com
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
For full details and to apply please visit Zeffirellis, or email careers@zeffirellis.com
Commis Chef/ Chef de Partie
Job Reference: Chefs
Pay: Salary negotiable depending on experience plus excellent tips, accommodation may be available.
More Info / Contact: Fabio
Job Description
About Us :
Located in the heart of the Lake District, Zeffirellis has been delighting locals and visitors alike for over 45 years. We’re proud to be a beloved destination for award-winning vegetarian cuisine, independent film, live music, and exceptional hospitality.
Our vibrant, multi-venue company includes:
- Zeffirellis – An Italian-inspired vegetarian restaurant with a lively jazz bar and two cinema screens.
- Fellinis – A Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian restaurant with an elegant feel and one cinema screen.
- Zeffirellis by the Park – A dedicated cinema venue with two additional screens, bringing our total to five.
- Ambleside Manor – A charming vegetarian bed & breakfast in central Ambleside.
Whether it’s dining, film, live jazz, or a relaxing stay, Zeffirellis offers a unique experience grounded in creativity, sustainability, and warmth.
The Role:
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Commis chef to join our kitchen team. The ideal candidate has a love for vegetarian cuisine, a strong work ethic and a desire to learn and grow within a fast-paced, collaborative kitchen environment. You'll be supporting our chefs in daily prep and service, maintaining high standards of food quality, hygiene and presentation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with the preparation and cooking of vegetarian dishes, following recipes and direction from senior chefs
- Wash, peel, chop and portion vegetables and other plant-based ingredients
- Help with the prep work ahead of service
- Maintain cleanliness and organisation all kitchen areas
- Ensure proper storage and rotation of fresh produce and dry goods
- Adhere to all food safety, hygiene and health regulations
- Take direction and feedback positively, with a willingness to learn and grow
- Support the team during busy service periods and help maintain a smooth kitchen flow
- Occasionally assist in developing new plant-based dishes or specials
About You:
- Some prior experience in a professional kitchen preferred, but not essential
- A genuine interest in vegetarian or plant-based cuisine
- Basic knife skills and an understanding of kitchen hygiene practices
- Ability to work efficiently in a team under pressure
- Reliable, punctual and eager to learn
- Food hygiene certificate (or willingness to obtain)
No Experience? No problem. If you have a positive attitude and are eager to learn, we will provide full training. This role suits someone who is friendly, reliable, and enjoys working in a close-knit team with varied day-to-day responsibilities.
What We Offer
- A friendly and creative working environment
- Staff perks including discounted cinema passes and meal discounts
- Opportunities for development and progression across different venues
- Competitive pay and flexible hours where possible
- Be part of a company that values individuality, sustainability, and community
- Flexible working hours
- Meal provided on shift
- Staff car park nearby
How to Apply
- If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short introduction to careers@zeffirellis.com
Benefits:
- Discounted or free food
- Employee discount
- On-site parking
For full details and to apply please visit Zeffirellis, or email careers@zeffirellis.com
Kitchen Porter
Job Reference: KP01
Pay: Competitive plus excellent tips. Accommodation may be available.
More Info / Contact: Fabio
Job Description
Full-time and part-time positions considered. Must be available to work mid-week and weekends. Great rates of pay, excellent tips, meals on duty, staff car park, accommodation in central Ambleside also available.
We look forward to hearing from you. Please contact careers@zeffirellis.com and please discount the closing date as recruitment is ongoing and we would love to hear from you at any time.
For full details and to apply please visit Zeffirellis, or email careers@zeffirellis.com
Front Of House
Job Reference: RES01
Pay: Competitive plus excellent tips. Accommodation may be available.
More Info / Contact: Fabio
Job Description
We are looking for front of house staff to join our fabulous team! Come and work with us in our award wining café, jazz bar and restaurant. Part-time and full-time positions considered. Daytime and evening shifts available. Must be available to work mid-week and weekends. Great rates of pay, excellent tips, meals on duty, staff car park, accommodation in central Ambleside also available.
Please contact careers@zeffirellis.com and please discount the closing date as recruitment is ongoing and we would love to hear from you at any time.
For full details and to apply please visit Zeffirellis, or email careers@zeffirellis.com