Chef & Hospitality Recruitment for the Lake District & North West

We help independent hotels, pubs and restaurants hire reliable chefs and hospitality professionals, including live-in roles and hard to fill positions

Fellstone Recruitment is a specialist hospitality recruitment business focused on the Lake District and North West.

Based in Silverdale, we understand the challenges independent venues face - from seasonal demand and rural locations to the ongoing need for reliable chefs and live-in staff.

We work closely with hotels, pubs and restaurants to introduce people who fit the role, the lifestyle, and the location.

Not just a CV - the right fit.

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A more personal approach to recruitment.

Fellstone Recruitment was built to support independent hospitality businesses - not high-volume, corporate hiring.

We work with a small number of clients, taking the time to understand your business, your team, and what you actually need from a new hire.

Every introduction is carefully considered, with a focus on long-term fit - not quick placements.

Because the right hire isn’t just about skills - it’s about finding someone who fits the role, the environment, and the lifestyle that comes with it.

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Recruitment Services for Independent Hospitality Businesses

We work closely with hotels, pubs and restaurants to introduce people who fit the role, the lifestyle, and the location - not just the CV - so you hire people who actually stay. A relationship-led approach, built around long term hires - not quick placements.

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Services

Hospitality Staffing

Front of house and support roles, placed with a focus on reliability, attitude and long-term fit.

Hiring reliable hospitality staff is one of the biggest ongoing challenges for independent venues.

Beyond experience, attitude, consistency, and the ability to fit into an existing team are what ma …

Live-In & Rural Recruitment

Specialist support for hard to fill roles in rural locations, including live-in positions where lifestyle fit is key.

Recruiting for live-in and rural roles comes with challenges that many larger agencies overlook.

Location, lifestyle, working patterns, and expec …

Chef Recruitment for Independent Kitchens

We connect independent venues with experienced chefs who fit both the role and the environment.

Finding the right chef is one of the most important and often most difficult hires for any hospitality business.

Beyond technical ability, factors such as kitchen culture, leadership style, and long-term …

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Whether you're looking to hire or exploring your next role, we’re always happy to have an informal conversation.

No pressure, no obligation - just a straightforward discussion about what you need.

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Who We Are

Local & Accessible:

Based in the North West, working closely with hospitality businesses across the Lake District.

Personal Approach:

You will deal directly with Fellstone Recruitment, no call centres, no handovers.

Straightforward & Honest:

Clear communication, realistic expectations and no unnecessary pressure.

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