Sous Chef Full time (Permanent)

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.*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. 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 Pay: £16.00 per hour Company events* Company pension* Discounted or free food* Employee discount* On-site parking…