Head Chef

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Acme Fire Cult are opening a taco joint in Blackhorse Road and looking for a strong Head Chef to join the opening team and help grow Acme Tacos. We have plans to expand the business later this year, this is a hand-on role for someone who wants to grow within the company. Critically acclaimed chef Andrew Clarke and the team behind Hackneys live fire destination, Acme Fire Cult, have developed a permanent street food concept, Acme Taco - launching at 40ft Brewery Blackhorse Road on Friday 3rd April, before expanding to the brewerys Dalston taproom in the summer. Having opened its doors on the popular Blackhorse Beer Mile in August 2025, this will be 40ft Brewerys first permanent food offering, providing North East Londoners something truly unique in the local area. Inspired by Andrews trips to Mexico, the new menu celebrates authentic regional dishes from Jalisco through to CDMX and the Yucatan peninsula, whilst ensuring a characteristically playful Acme Fire Cult twist. AFC has a burning passion for quality produce and sustainability. Sourcing rare and native breed meats from around the UK, day boat caught fish from Scotland and Cornwall and the best quality fruits and vegetables from south east farms.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an experienced Head Chef. A deep understanding of Mexican cooking is essential, with some understanding of live-fire cooking. We are looking for a natural leader to help develop and grow the team, nurturing all members of the kitchen team and ensuring the highest standards of food, cleanliness and hospitality are adhered to at all times.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a fast-paced busy kitchen environment, have a genuine passion for food and will take pride in the food they create. You will be cooking in a team that cares about quality and will be working with exceptional produce from some of the UKs best suppliers, alongside a well established and tight-knit team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Management of kitchen, including orders, prep, stock takes and rotas

You will be responsible for all aspects of the kitchen and work alongside the Venue Manager to keep the business moving forward and in line with all financial and due diligence targets

Following and maintaining all HACCP procedures

Supporting the wider kitchen team with daily tasks and processes

Being an ambassador for our brand through exceptional teamwork and fostering a supportive environment

REQUIREMENTS

Previous experience as a senior chef in a busy restaurant with extensive Mexican cooking experience is essential

A high level of cooking skill and a demonstrable ability to share this knowledge with the team, growing and developing junior chefs

Excellent leadership skills, a positive attitude and a great communicator

A strong knowledge of GP, ordering, stock management, COSHH and food hygiene is essential

WE OFFER

Refer a Friend Bonus

Incentivised sales bonus

50% staff discount

Cost price wine through suppliers

In-house training dedicated to your personal development

Trips to meet suppliers and producers

Training and qualifications, including WSET, Health & Safety, Food Hygiene

Whole team staff parties

Staff meals and end of shift drinks

Full pension and holiday entitlement

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