Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join Wagamama as a Kitchen Porter in Watford, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining kitchen operations. This full-time position offers flexible hours, free meals, and a supportive team environment. Perfect for those passionate about fresh food and teamwork.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Clean uniform provided

Try new menus first

VIP parties throughout the year

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and exceptional experiences.
• Ability to work in a buzzing environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Customer Service

Job description

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Culinary Team Assistant (Hiring Immediately), Watford, Hertfordshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire, 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 individuality and diversity. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers a great 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 at Wagamama, you'll be essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen. You'll work with a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, providing support in food preparation and dishwashing, ensuring smooth kitchen operations. This role helps you develop key life skills, make friends, and deliver delicious food the Wagamama way.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional experiences
• Have a passion for fresh food (we don't use microwaves or heat lamps)
• Enjoy a buzzing environment, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

We'd love to hear from you

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 food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend

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

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

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