Wahaca is the leading Mexican restaurant in the UK, founded by Thomasina Miers (Masterchef winner) and Mark Selby. Inspired by their time in Mexico and a mission to prove to the UK just how vibrant and delicious Mexican food is, championing great British produce and sourcing ingredients locally.
Wahaca remains deeply rooted in the values set by our founders. By showing pride, staying humble, choosing integrity, having fun, and thinking positively, our team serves a taste of Mexican sunshine. With an upbeat atmosphere and chef made dishes, we believe that every meal should be an adventure, every guest a friend, and every moment an opportunity to create lasting memories.
We are currently looking for a Kitchen Assistant who has great passion for working with fresh ingredients and showcasing his pride in maintaining clean and safe kitchen environment and wants to be part of a team that delivers excellent service to all our guests.
How you'll drive the success:
- Assist in preparing recipes using fresh ingredients while strictly following specifications.
- Keep kitchen equipment and utensils impeccably clean.
- Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and food safety.
- Work alongside your team to create a lively and efficient kitchen environment.
At Wahaca, we believe our team deserves the best, and here are just some of the perks we offer:
FINANCIAL:
- 70% off food when dining at Wahaca with up to 3 friends
- £100 to celebrate your probation in Wahaca
- Up to £1000 through friend referrals
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption pay
- Early access to wages, financial support and discounts through Wagestream
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; like your child's first day at school
DEVELOPMENT AND SOCIAL:
- Own development plan and clear career path
- Our very own Masterchef and Cocktail competitions
- Unwind and turn up the fun at one of our many events across the year
TACOVERSARIES:
1 YEAR: £50 voucher
2 YEARS: Flight to Mexico!
5 YEARS: Sabbatical - 4 weeks paid off work!
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!
