Wahaca
Head Chef
Head Chef at Wahaca, based in Brighton, South East, paying £56,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Pay
- £56,000 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Permanent · On site
- Location
- Brighton, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Chef
About 66% above the going rate for chef
Reference 640646254749483814
About the role
Our story:
Wahaca is a leading Mexican restaurant in the UK, founded by Thomasina Miers (MasterChef winner) and Mark Selby. Inspired by their time in Mexico, their mission is to show the UK how vibrant and delicious Mexican food is, championing great British produce and sourcing ingredients locally.
Rooted in our founders' values, we serve a taste of Mexican sunshine through showing pride, staying humble, choosing integrity, having fun, and thinking positively. With an upbeat atmosphere and chef made dishes, we believe every meal should be an adventure and every guest a friend.
As Head Chef, you bring our food philosophy to life on every plate, setting the tone in the kitchen and building a culture of pride and accountability. We're looking for a hospitality leader who will play a pivotal role in driving our brand standards forward and inspiring their team to deliver a WOW-worthy experience for every guest.
How you'll drive success:
- Work alongside your General Manager to maintain the highest food safety standards
- Lead, manage and develop a strong kitchen team including Sous Chef, section chefs, prep chefs and kitchen assistants
- Inspire and guide your team by leading from the front, always ready to step in and support, ensuring all guests are served up a taste of Mexican sunshine
- Champion a positive environment and deeply car...
Reference: 640646254749483814 · Posted 44 minutes ago · Closes 8 Dec 2026 · Listed via Wahaca
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