Hargreaves Enterprises

Work somewhere worth running a kitchen Imagine leading a kitchen where the terrace is packed, the lake is right outside, and every service has the energy of peak season. This isn't a quiet backstreet kitchen. Lake View Garden Bar is a busy, three-level waterfront venue in Bowness-on-Windermere, serving fresh food and drinks to guests who are genuinely on holiday and in a good mood. We're a Cumbria Tourism Awards finalist and Best Beer Garden award winner, and the standard we hold ourselves to reflects that. We're looking for a Head Chef who can take real ownership of the kitchen, lead a team with confidence, and deliver consistent, high-quality food in a high-volume environment. You'll work closely with and report to our Executive Chef, so you'll have strong leadership above you as well as a team below you. What you'll be doing Leading the kitchen team day-to-day, setting standards and driving performance Delivering consistent, high-quality dishes across busy services Managing stock, ordering, and supplier relationships Controlling GP margins and minimising waste Ensuring food safety, hygiene, and compliance at all times Training and developing your team on skills and consistency Working closely with the Executive Chef and wider management team to keep service running smoothly across the venue About Lake View Garden Bar and Hargreaves Enterprises Lake View Garden Bar is part of Hargreaves Enterprises, a multi-brand hospitality group that also runs The Cranleigh Boutique Hotel, BAHA, and The Fizzy Tarté. We're not a chain. Each venue has its own identity, and we back our people to lead their departments with real purpose. You'll have the autonomy to make an impact in your kitchen, with the support of an experienced Executive Chef to help you grow. What we're looking for This role suits someone who's confident running a kitchen, not just working in one. Previous experience as a Head Chef, or a strong Sous Chef ready to step up Comfortable leading a team in a busy, high-volume environment Strong on standards, consistency, and kitchen discipline Confident managing stock, costs, and GP margins Food safety and hygiene knowledge (Level 2 minimum) Able to take full ownership of day-to-day back of house operations Available for evenings, weekends, and peak seasons Hands-on and willing to get involved during busy service What's in it for you £17.00 per hour Monthly tip pool Free meals on shift Discounts across all Hargreaves Enterprises venues Access to in-house training and industry qualifications (Level 2 to 5) Real progression within the business for the right person Annual staff party Ready to apply? Hit Apply to be taken to our careers page and tell us a bit about your experience. 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: £17.00 per hour Benefits: Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount On-site parking Work Location: In person

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? Hit Apply to be taken to our careers page and tell us about your experience. 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