Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join Wagamama as a Culinary Team Assistant in Stevenage, where you'll maintain a vibrant kitchen environment and support food preparation. This full-time role offers opportunities for personal growth, teamwork, and a rewarding work atmosphere. Enjoy benefits like biweekly pay, flexible hours, and free meals while being part of a diverse team.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals + 50% discount

Paid leave for expectant or adopting parents

Fresh uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus first

Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences.
• Enjoy working with fresh food.
• Thrives in a buzzing environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Customer Service

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Stevenage

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might 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 Porter, you'll be essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, providing support in food prep and dishwashing to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly. This role offers valuable life skills, opportunities for personal growth, and a chance to make great friends while serving delicious food the Wagamama way.

About you:

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Enjoy working with fresh food; we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Thrives in a buzzing environment, organized, with great attention to detail
• Values a positive, inclusive work environment and personal development

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free shift meals from our menu + 50% discount outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including paid leave for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend

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

Be you, be Wagamama:

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*100% of tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.