Sous Chef

Our story

Wahaca is a leading Mexican restaurant in the UK, founded by Thomasina Miers and Mark Selby. Inspired by their time in Mexico, the mission is to showcase vibrant Mexican cuisine while championing British produce and sourcing ingredients locally.

Position

As Sous Chef you are the right hand to the Head Chef and a key driver of the kitchen's success. Your leadership ensures consistency and quality in service while developing and motivating the team to perform at their best.

How you'll drive success

• Fully support your Head Chef to maintain the highest food safety standards
• Lead and support a team of junior chefs, including 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 a taste of Mexican sunshine
• Champion a positive environment and deeply care about your team, supporting their growth and progression
• Passion for fresh food - our dishes are made from scratch using seasonal ingredients, and you'll ensure the chefs are fully trained to follow recipes and maintain the highest standards

Benefits Financial

• 70% off food when dining at Wahaca with up to 3 friends
• £100 to celebrate your probation in Wahaca
• Up to £1,000 through friend referrals
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption pay
• Early access to wages, financial support and discounts through Stream

Health and Wellbeing

• Free, nutritious meal every time you work, freshly made by our talented chefs
• Cycle to work scheme
• Support from our trained Mental Health First Aiders
• Time off for when needed, such as your child's first day at school
• Sabbatical - 4 weeks paid off work every 5 years

Development

• Free flight ticket to Mexico after 2 years with us
• Own development plan and clear career path - we are committed to growing our people from within

Social

• Unwind and turn up the fun at one of our many events across the years, such as WOW Fest
• Our very own MasterChef and Cocktail competitions
• The fun is in your hands with allocated funds and time to drive the fun with your team

If you're inspired by what you've read and have a passion for delivering exceptional hospitality, we'd be thrilled to have you join our team!