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Join our team

We’re hiring

Whether you're drawn to the mountains, the craft, or just want to do something different, we're got a place for you on our team..
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Why Honister

More than a job

We're a small team doing big things on top of a mountain. Whether you're serving slates of homemade cake in the Bait Cabin, guiding a nervous visitor across the Infinity Bridge, or splitting slate that will end up on a rooftop somewhere in Britain – the work matters, and you'll feel it.

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Outdoor instructors

Lead groups on Via Ferrata, the Infinity Bridge and Zip Wire. Full and part-time. Must be available weekends. 2-day First Aid required on application.

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Café, bar & kitchen

The Bait Cabin and Yew Tree Pub are both growing. We're looking for a Café Assistant, Bar Tenders and KPs. Wed–Sun shifts available.

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Working slate mine

Join our slate production team splitting and dressing stone for roofing. Hammer and chisel skills an advantage. Full-time role as production grows.

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Working for us

Everything you should know

Thinking about applying but not sure what to expect? Here's the honest version.

Experience

Do you need experience to apply?

For most of our roles, attitude matters more than a CV. We train in-house wherever we can. The main exception is outdoor instructors, a 2-day First Aid certificate is required before you start, though you don't need to have it when you apply.

Hours

What are the working hours like?

We're a seven-days-a-week operation in peak season, so weekend availability is important, especially for outdoor instructor roles. Bar and kitchen shifts at the Yew Tree run Wednesday to Sunday. We'll always be upfront about shift patterns at interview stage.

Seasons

Is it seasonal work?

Some roles, particularly outdoor instructors, have a strong seasonal peak in summer. Others, including our slate production and pub roles, are year-round. We'll make it clear in each listing.

Location

Where is Honister?

We're at the top of Honister Pass, between Borrowdale and Buttermere in the Lake District. It's one of the most dramatic locations in England, but it does mean you'll need your own transport, or be happy with the dramatic drive in.

Applying

What's the application process?

Send your CV to prentice@honister.com with a note about which role you're interested in and why Honister. We'll be in touch within a few days. No covering letter required, just tell us something real.

Roles

Can you apply for more than one role?

Absolutely, mention all the roles you're interested in when you get in touch and we'll talk through the best fit. A lot of our team wear more than one hat.

Available positions

We're looking for someone passionate about food and the Lake District to help us develop our current offering into a Lake District Food Destination.

We're looking for both full-time and part-time tour guides and shop assistants. Up to three part time positions are available.

Our newly re-opened Pub, The Yew Tree has been extremely successful in its first month and we are looking to expand the team. Full and part time available. Wednesday – Sunday.

We are looking for full and part time outdoor instructors for our busy summer season. Must be available to work weekends. All training is given in house. 2 day First Aid required on application.

Our stone production is growing and we are looking for a full time river to help increase our roofing output. A good ability to use a hammer and chisel is required for this role.

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Apply

Ready to apply?

All training is given in-house. If you think you're a good fit and want to work in one of the Lake District's most exciting locations, we want to hear from you.

Send us your CV