Sous Chef Lake District

A kitchen that doesn't slow down

BAHA is a multi-level Asian BBQ and grill restaurant, cocktail bar, and live music venue in the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere. We're a 2026 Cumbria Tourism Awards finalist for Casual Dining, and we hold a 5-star food hygiene rating. The food we put out reflects that.

It's a busy venue by design. High volume, high energy, and a kitchen that needs to stay sharp from the first cover to the last. We're looking for a Sous Chef who can do more than just cook. Someone who can run the kitchen when needed, lead a team properly, and keep standards high when the pressure builds.

What makes this role stand out

This isn't just £16.00 per hour.

BAHA operates a service charge system, which delivers consistent additional earnings on top of base pay, typically around £1.20 per hour extra. If you can handle the pace and lead a strong service, you'll feel it in your earnings.

What you'll be doing

Supporting the Executive Chef in the overall running of the kitchen
Running shifts independently when the Executive Chef is not on site
Leading the team during service and maintaining control under pressure
Delivering consistent, high-quality food at volume across a demanding menu
Managing prep, organisation, and service flow
Supporting GP control and reducing waste
Setting standards and holding the team accountable
Ensuring hygiene, compliance, and structure at all times

About BAHA and Hargreaves Enterprises

BAHA is part of Hargreaves Enterprises, a multi-brand hospitality group that also runs The Cranleigh Boutique Hotel, Lake View Garden Bar, and The Fizzy Tarté. We're not a chain. Each venue has its own identity, and we invest seriously in the people who run them. You'll have real support above you and real trust placed in you to lead.

What we're looking for

This role is for someone ready to take genuine responsibility in a serious kitchen.

Solid experience as a Sous Chef in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
Confident leading a team and running a shift independently
Calm, clear, and in control under pressure
Strong communicator who sets the tone during service
Someone who takes ownership and cares about consistency and standards
Strong food safety and hygiene knowledge (Level 2 minimum)
Available for evenings, weekends, and peak periods

What's in it for you

£16.00 per hour
Service charge on top (typically around £1.20 per hour additional)
Free meals on shift
Discounts across all Hargreaves Enterprises venues
Ongoing training and industry qualifications (Level 2 to 5)
Real progression opportunities within the business
A role where you're trusted to lead, not just follow

Ready to apply?

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Benefits:

Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Employee mentoring programme
Health and wellbeing programme
On-site parking

Job type: Full-time, Permanent

Work location: In person

Pay: £16.00 per hour

Benefits:
Company events
Company pension
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
On-site parking

Work Location: In person