Culinary Operations Assistant (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Culinary Operations Assistant, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment, preparing and serving fresh food while making lifelong friends. Enjoy biweekly pay, flexible hours, and generous perks including free meals and industry-leading family-friendly policies. Embrace the opportunity to grow in a supportive atmosphere and be recognized as a nationwide wok star. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this is the perfect role for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional dishes.
• Enjoys working in a lively environment and supporting team growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Work with a diverse team to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Passion for fresh food

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

Experience in kitchen operations

Job description

Culinary Operations Assistant (Hiring Immediately), Leicester

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Leicester

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen team member | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. 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 both body and soul.

The role:

As a kitchen team member at Wagamama, you'll play a vital role in preparing and serving our fresh food to high standards. You'll work with a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, gaining valuable 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...

• Are passionate about providing exceptional dishes
• Have a genuine love for fresh food (we don't use microwaves or heat lamps)
• Enjoy lively environments, are organized, and attentive to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

Wok’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side activities
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle schemes, retail and leisure 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 amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages.

Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for this vacancy, you may need a work permit. Check our blog for more information.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR United Kingdom