Jason Atherton Net Worth

Jason Atherton, a renowned English chef has an estimated net worth of $87 million.

Who is Jason Atherton?

As of 2024, Jason Atherton has an estimated net worth of $87 million.

Jason Atherton is an English professional chef and restaurateur. His journey began in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England, where he was born on 6 September 1971. 

In 2011, Jason opened his Pollen Street restaurant, which was awarded a Michelin Star. He was executive chef at Maze, a highly regarded London restaurant owned by Gordon Ramsay, which was awarded a prized Michelin star.

Additionally, in 2014, he shared hosting duties for the television program My Kitchen Rules on Sky Living. Jason has collaborated with fellow chefs such as Marco Pierre White, Nico Ladenis, and Pierre Koffmann.

Jasson, after resigning from Gordon Ramsay Holdings, embarked on his culinary journey by establishing The Social Company. In May 2010, he opened Table No. 1, his first restaurant on his own, at the Waterhouse in Shanghai’s South Bund Hotel.

The resounding success of his restaurant led to its remarkable rankings, securing the sixth position in The Good Food Guide’s Top 50 Restaurants for 2013 and 2014 and claiming the third spot in the 2016 guide.

Jasson’s recipes have been widely published in journals and newspapers, including The Sunday Times, The Guardian, Waitrose Food Illustrated, The Observer Food Monthly, Hotelkeeper, and Caterer.

Early Life

Jason Atherton was born in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, England, to Sandra Keightley. At 16, he boldly decided to leave his hometown and venture to London to pursue his career aspirations.

He first registered at Lincolnshire Boston College before undergoing a six-week training program with the Army Catering Corps.

Career

Jason began his professional journey at Maze Restaurant, where he held the position of CEO until 2010. Subsequently, he departed from Maze and established his inaugural restaurant venture, The Social Company, in Shanghai in May 2010. This establishment gained global recognition and secured the impressive sixth position in The Good Food Guide’s rankings.

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After that, he partnered with Yenn Wong of the JIA Group to launch 22 ships in Hong Kong and Esquina, a tapas bar in Singapore’s Chinatown, to further his commercial empire in Asia.

After his stint in Asia, he decided to establish numerous additional establishments. Atherton launched two separate ventures in London. Little Social, a French brasserie-style restaurant. Following this, he introduced Social Eating House, a contemporary British café, on Poland Street in Soho. Additionally, he introduced Ham & Sherry, and The Commune Social.

How many restaurants does Jason Atherton own?

Jason, an entrepreneur who has successfully launched 16 restaurants across the globe, has made a mark in various cities. Among his ventures are The Clocktower in Manhattan, Kensington Street Social in Sydney’s, Aberdeen Street Social in Hong Kong, dynamic Chippendale precinct, Marina Social in Dubai, and This Australian venture.

Who are Jason Atherton’s Wife & Daughters?

Jason tied the knot with Irha. She is a Filipino. The couple are the proud parents of three daughters, Keziah and Jemimah.