The Team
Lozza! (aka Lauren L)
Lauren joined us in May 2021 as our Ops Manager to help Jess take some maternity leave with Oscar. She is a happy face around the farm and can tackle any problem thrown her way! So much so, that she has become an integral part of our business and keeps the wheels turning on a day-to-day basis. Most of our guests will have communicated with her before they arrive as she manages all the bookings, housekeeping and more, ensuring that our high standards are kept. Lauren is from Manchester, always has fantastic jazzy nails and is becoming more of a foodie by the day. Oh, and she is always keen for a bit of impromptu Oscar sitting!
Sam
Sam joined us Autumn 2020 as part of our awesome apprenticeship scheme. He finished his final exams at college, with a distinction and we are uber proud of him! He added another feather to his cap, embarking on a patisserie course at Kendal College. And after 4 and a half years with us, he is now our Head Chef with a wealth of experience behind the pass, he works tirelessly to ensure The Yan kitchen runs smoothly and all our dishes leave the kitchen perfectly. Originally from Bristol, Sam worked with Will & Jess in France and spent some time travelling Oz. He is an insane off-piste skier and mountain biker and also loves a good glass of wine!
Lauren T
Lauren T joined us part-time in Summer 2020 to initially help with the admin load two days a week. She now does so much more! Not only does she keep us all in check (especially Dave!), but she also keeps the office running smoothly, helps with finances and also acts as FoH when our other Lauren is off. She is a foodie through and through - there isn’t a restaurant or café she hasn’t tried in The Lakes. She always has the best recommendations! Work-life balance is Lauren’s jam and her favourite saying is, “Don’t come home from a holiday without another one booked”. We couldn’t agree more!
Jasper
Jasper also joined our farm team in March 2024—what a lucky month for us! Originally from New Zealand, Jasper has been working in the Lake District for the past few years. While he joined us as a General Assistant, he has discovered a real flair for the kitchen. You will often see Jasper leaving the farm all dressed up and ready to tackle his daily fell runs. With phone in hand, he keeps us updated on his adventures, and his snaps frequently feature in our weekly Yan moment!
Ella
Our Ella joined us here on the farm team in September 2023! Originally joined us as a General Assistant, Ella has found a passion for all things food, working closely with Sous Chef Sam to learn all the tricks of the trade! Ella keeps all our sugar cravings under control as you will often see her bringing some sweet treats in for the team! She is an absolute joy to be around and keeps the staff PMA high!
Beth
Meet Beth! She joined Team Yan back in September after an epic summer at Camp America, trading the Lakes for lakes (but with more sunshine and fewer sheep).
Before that, she honed her skills at More? Bakery, so she knows her way around seriously good food. And, most importantly, she makes a crackin’ staff tea—an essential skill in this kitchen.
Emma
The lovely Emma! She joined the farm in November and has taken to the role like a duck to water (though thankfully, with fewer muddy puddles).
From housekeeping to running the evenings in the bistro, there’s nothing this absolute pro can’t handle. If there were a Yan Olympics, she’d take gold in keeping everything running like clockwork and being an all-round delight.
Next time you’re here, give Emma a big smile (she deserves it)!
Any (Anahy)
Our Any has come all the way from Uruguay to Grasmere! Any has joined The Yan crew, bringing warmth, energy, and a lovely smile to our breakfast service. You’ll find her behind the pass in the mornings, making sure your eggs are just right and you're feeling fuelled up for a day on the fells.
Be sure to give her a warm welcome when you see her – and maybe even teach her a Cumbrian phrase or two!
Katie
Joining us in February, Katie has quickly become an absolute ray of sunshine to work with here at The Yan! Her smiley, positive energy is contagious, and her can-do attitude makes her a dream team member. Whether she’s keeping things running smoothly front of house or lending a hand in housekeeping, she tackles every task with a big grin and a whole lot of enthusiasm.
We’re absolutely chuffed to have her on board.
Freya Blamey
Freya joined us part-time back in July 2024, and let’s just say, she’s been shaking things up ever since! Whether she’s crafting the perfect cocktail or using her undeniable charm to convince you that yes, you do have room for sticky toffee pud, she’s an absolute gem to have front of house.
With a friendly face and a talent for keeping the good times going, Freya makes every visit to The Yan that little bit more memorable.
