Our work is professional & fun.
Our team brings together a diverse mix of people including cooks, students, seasoned travellers and anyone embracing a new career path. Work with Teabag Chihuahua offers a good income with benefits and a fun filled summer.
You will learn new skills to enhance your resume and to apply to future employment. Most of our team return year after year as we offer fair pay, benefits and a fun, professional environment. While we expect commitment and hard work, we make sure our team feels valued and supported in return.
“I will always have a place for Teabag Chihuahua in my heart! I did my first season at 19 years old. 10 years later and I was still there! It’s more than a job, it’s a family… One of the most rewarding jobs I have ever had, it really is the best way to spend a summer and make amazing memories and lifelong friends.”
Jazz- Burrito Technician, 10 years
The Teabag Chihuahua season runs from May through to the middle of September.
We have a training week at the beginning of the season, easing into the bigger events. Staff numbers vary, as some weekends are busier than others. Most staff work full time, though we do hire a few people on a part time basis. We work most weekends during the summer with the length of the workweek determined by the length of the show.
You are likely to find the travel easier if you have your own transport, but it’s not a game changer if you don’t. Travel to the shows is provided where possible, though you may also travel directly from home. Expenses are covered if you carpool.
“The best company I’ve ever worked for! Every year we have an impeccable team who remain friends for life. It’s the most exciting way to spend your summer, experiencing the best festivals and being part of a team of the best people you could ask for. Also the food is to die for!”
Holly – Burrito Technician, 3 years
Work that breaks the nine to five office routine.
You should expect to work some quite varied and long hours, which are entirely dictated by the festival, the weather and the number of hungry people. We are a very popular caterer at shows so we can be very busy for extended periods of time. During slow periods there may be no work so time off will be given to enjoy the event.
The size of the show dictates how large a crew you will be working with. Typically, you will be part of a team of four to eight individuals. We expect everyone on the team to be willing to perform all tasks, including setting up and dismantling the units, serving, food preparation, cooking and cleaning.
Staff camping is provided behind the stall at most shows, and you are required to provide your own tent and sleeping bag.
“In my summers with Teabag Chihuahua, I visited every country in the United Kingdom, saw countless world-class musical acts and worked with a team who I’m still friends with now, all while serving burritos to funny people at festivals.
Never a dull day on the trailer!”
Aubrey – Burrito Technician, 3 years
Attitude is key
If your primary interest is to party and see music you should buy your own ticket! Slackers are not tolerated by the team. We work hard together to ensure everyone can earn money and have the best festival experience.
As an employee, you will need to complete an employment contract and provide us with your National Insurance details. We do not pay cash-in-hand. You will need to complete a short course in basic Food Safety, Health and Hygiene.
You can expect to earn a fair wage and we do provide holiday pay. Wage increases are given seasonally to individuals who are quick learners, execute skills efficiently, demonstrate a passion, competence and commitment for the work, accept responsibility, and behave maturely in a hedonistic festival environment.
“Great company to work for, full of brilliant people who make all the hard work so much more enjoyable. Fantastic way to spend your summer and make some lifelong friends! Plus the food is pretty damn good, highly recommend!”
Adam – Kitchen Wizard (chef) 1 year
