Culinary Team Associate (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant culinary team as a Kitchen Team Member at a new Wagamama location in Cheltenham. This exciting role offers the chance to work with fresh ingredients in a lively environment, where individuality is celebrated. You'll be part of a diverse team, gaining valuable skills while ensuring guests receive exceptional dishes. Enjoy flexible hours, free food on shift, and a family-friendly policy. Be part of a community that values personality over perfection and offers you the opportunity to grow and thrive in your culinary career.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus a share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Fresh uniform provided

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Love providing exceptional dishes for our guests.
• Enjoy lively environments and stay organized.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Ensure guests enjoy delicious food the Wagamama way.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

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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. 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

Celebrating individuality, we value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be Wagamama. 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 at Wagamama, you'll play a vital role in preparing and serving our fresh food to high standards. Working with a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills and make great friends while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the Wagamama way.

If you...

• Love providing 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 plus a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours supporting 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 recognition program

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 Confidence scheme.

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