Posted: 18 June
The role
A kitchen that doesn't slow down Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position. 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. *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. Supporting the Executive Chef in the overall running of the kitchen * Running shifts independently when the Executive Chef is not on site * Delivering consistent, high-quality food at volume across a demanding menu * Supporting GP control and reducing waste * Ensuring hygiene, compliance, and structure at all times *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. xxuwjjq 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 * Strong food safety and hygiene knowledge (Level 2 minimum) * Available for evenings, weekends, and peak periods *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 * Company events * Company pension * Discounted or free food * Employee discount * Employee mentoring programme * Health and wellbeing programme * On-site parking Full-time, Permanent Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £16.00-£17.00 per hour Company events * Company pension * Discounted or free food * Employee discount * On-site parking
