Culinary Team Associate (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you as a Kitchen Team Member at an industry-leading restaurant chain. Join a vibrant team where your passion for fresh food will shine. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a positive work environment that fosters growth and inclusivity. With a commitment to quality and a focus on exceptional guest experiences, this role offers you the chance to develop key life skills and make lasting friendships. Plus, enjoy fantastic perks like free meals during shifts and discounts outside of work. If you’re ready to embark on a fulfilling culinary journey, this is the role for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay + tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

First to try new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition program

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and cooking.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard.
• Work with a diverse team to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Food Preparation

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma

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Culinary Team Associate (Hiring Immediately), Liverpool

Client: Wagamama

Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Category: 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. Apply today to receive your invite and join our community!

Paid training will start in early June, ensuring you're fully trained when we open in July.

Kitchen Team Member | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate differences and 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 could be 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, working with a talented, diverse team. You'll gain key life skills, make friends, and ensure guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

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

Wok’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay + tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free on-shift food and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Uniform provided for each shift
• First to try new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition program as a nationwide wok star

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

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, varying by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages or guaranteed.