Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Kitchen Porter at a leading restaurant chain. This full-time role in Portsmouth offers a chance to develop skills while working in a diverse environment. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and various benefits while contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences.
• Genuine love for fresh food.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Support with food prep and dishwashing.

Skills

Organization

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

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Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire

Client: wagamama

Location: Portsmouth, Hampshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers a chance to be part of a vibrant team. 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 play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen. You'll work alongside a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, providing support with food prep and dishwashing to ensure smooth kitchen operations. This role offers the opportunity to develop key life skills, make friends, and deliver delicious food the wagamama way.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Are passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Have a genuine love for fresh food and appreciate that wagamama does not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, are organized, and attentive to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace and support others' growth

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside of work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition through our nationwide programme

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Note: 100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guest discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.