Culinary Crew Member (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team as a Culinary Crew Member in Basildon! This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where individuality and diversity are celebrated. You'll play a crucial role in preparing delicious dishes while developing key life skills and making lifelong friends. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and fantastic perks like free meals and discounts, this position is perfect for anyone looking to start their culinary journey or enhance their skills. Be part of a company that values its team and offers industry-leading family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings early via wagestream

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering exceptional dishes and fresh food.
• Ability to work in a lively, organized environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Support a positive and inclusive workplace.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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Culinary Crew Member (Hiring Immediately), Basildon

Client: wagamama

Location: Basildon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen team member | Full-time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role could be perfect for you. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a kitchen team member at wagamama, you'll be essential in preparing and serving our fresh food to high standards. You'll work with a talented team representing over 100 nationalities, gaining key life skills and making great friends, all while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Want to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• Have a passion for fresh food; we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace and support others' growth through training

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings early via wagestream
• Flexible hours supporting your side hustle
• Free on-shift food and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; actual tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.