Culinary Team Associate (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative culinary team as a Kitchen Team Member in Basingstoke, where you'll prepare fresh dishes and work alongside a diverse group of talented individuals. With a focus on quality and exceptional service, this role offers the chance to develop key life skills while enjoying a vibrant workplace. You'll benefit from flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and the opportunity to be recognized as a 'wok star' within a supportive community. Embrace your individuality and make a difference in a dynamic kitchen environment!

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Exclusive menu tastings

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for providing exceptional dishes and fresh food.
• Ability to work in a lively environment with a focus on organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care.
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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Culinary Team Associate (Hiring Immediately), Basingstoke

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Basingstoke

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Other

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

wagamama cotswolds designer outlet is opening in July 2025!

We will be facilitating recruitment days on 21st May 2025 and 4th June 2025, so apply today to receive your invite and join our community!

Paid training will start from early June, so you will be fully trained when we open in July!

Kitchen team member | Full-time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role is 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 team member, you'll prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care, working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities. You'll gain key life skills and make great friends, ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• Have a passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others’ growth

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’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 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
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our programme

Additionally, we offer 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.

*All 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.