Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Kitchen Porter in Luton, where you will play a vital role in maintaining kitchen operations. This full-time position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for personal growth. Enjoy benefits like flexible hours, free meals, and a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday via Wagestream

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menu items

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences.
• Enjoys energetic environments and supports a positive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment.
• Support food preparation and dishwashing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

Job Description: Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately), Luton, Bedfordshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

Position: Kitchen Porter | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and value personality over perfection. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers a unique opportunity. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a Kitchen Porter, you'll be essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. Working alongside a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, you'll support food preparation and dishwashing, ensuring smooth kitchen operations. This position provides valuable life skills, opportunities for personal growth, and a chance to build great friendships while delivering delicious food the wagamama way.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Genuine interest in fresh food; no microwaves or heat lamps used
• Enjoys energetic environments, is organized, and attentive to detail
• Supports a positive, inclusive workplace and encourages others' growth

What We Offer

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side activities
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• 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 menu items
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition through our nationwide 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.

*Tips are 100% distributed to our teams and vary by restaurant. They are voluntary and not considered wages or guaranteed.