Wahl's kitchen career commenced in 1986 in his native Germany, working at the Elbterrasse and Laterne Restaurants, where he honed his cookery skills. He later moved to Munich where he joined Tantris - a two-star Michelin Restaurant followed by an appointment as Sous Chef at the one-star Michelin Restaurant in Berlin Bamberger Reiter.
This was followed by his first overseas assignment working for the world-famous Anton Mosiman private dining club in London and, later, at The Ritz-Carlton Hotel in the same city.
Returning to the Continent, Wahl accepted a position at the two-star Michelin-rated La Bergerie in Luxembourg. In 1998 America beckoned this talented star of the kitchen where he became Head Chef at the critically-acclaimed EQ.
After four years in New York Wahl movef back to Europe and Holland joining the upscale Fiorini, followed by an Executive Chef posting at the Cava Restaurant in Cyprus' Elysium Hotel.
Just prior to his move to Bali, Wahl worked as Executive Chef at The Chedi Hotel Muscat where he earned various international honours, including awards from Gourmet Traveller and Conde Nast.