MORE than 40 jobs have been created following the multi-million pound redevelopment of a South Lakeland inn and hotel.

The Coniston Inn, formerly The Waterhead Hotel, will reopen in March and operator The Inn Collection Group is holding two recruitment days for housekeeping staff, front of house team members, chefs of all levels and kitchen porter positions. .

The recruitment will take place on Wednesday, January 29 and Friday, January 31 at Coniston Sports and Social Centre.

Once open, The Coniston Inn will have 42 bedrooms available along with quality drinks including local real ales homemade pub food from breakfast until 9pm.

General managers of The Coniston Inn are husband and wife team John and Anita Dodsworth, who together have more than 20 years’ experience in the licence trade.

“We’re excited that the countdown is well and truly on towards The Coniston Inn’s opening," said Mr Dodsworth.

"This is a wonderful opportunity for people to become part of a brand-new team at what will be a really superb venue, both for people living in the community here in the Coniston area and for visitors alike."

Anyone unable to attend who is interested in applying for available positions should send a CV and covering letter to info@inncollectiongroup.com