Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Cheltenham seeks a Culinary Team Assistant. This role involves supporting kitchen operations by maintaining cleanliness and assisting with food preparation. Ideal candidates will have a passion for fresh food and a positive attitude. Join a diverse team and enjoy benefits like flexible hours and free meals.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Clean uniform provided

Opportunities to try new menus

Recognition programs

Pension scheme and holiday entitlement

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences.
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization in the kitchen.
• Assist with food preparation and dishwashing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Passion for Fresh Food

Team Support

Job description

Job Title: Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately), Cheltenham

Client: Wagamama

Location: Cheltenham

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're looking to start a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this could be the role for you. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we're on a mission to nourish us all from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a kitchen porter at Wagamama, you'll play a vital role in our kitchen by maintaining cleanliness, safety, and organization. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, providing support to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly. Your responsibilities include assisting with food preparation and dishwashing. This role offers an opportunity to develop key life skills, make great friends, and ensure our guests receive delicious food the Wagamama way.

Ideal candidates:

• Are passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Have a genuine love for fresh food (we don't use microwaves or heat lamps)
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth through training and development

What we offer:

• Biweekly pay plus a share of tips (100% of tips go to our teams; tips are discretionary and not guaranteed)
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Clean uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to be the first to try new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events throughout the year
• Recognition through our nationwide 'Love Above the Door' program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama:

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.