Culinary Team Associate (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Kitchen Team Member at a vibrant restaurant chain. You'll be part of a dynamic kitchen team, preparing fresh and delicious dishes while fostering an inclusive atmosphere. This role is perfect for those who are passionate about food and enjoy working in a lively environment. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and fantastic staff perks including free meals and discounts. Join a community that values individuality and teamwork, and be part of a culinary journey that nourishes from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Share of Tips

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Outside Work

Flexible Hours

Pension Scheme

Holiday Pay

Gym Memberships

Retail Discounts

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and cooking without microwaves.
• Ability to work in a vibrant kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

Job description

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Culinary Team Associate (Hiring Immediately), Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 so you will be fully trained when we open our doors 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 looking for a wok-inspired side hustle, this could be the role 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 key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving 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, all while ensuring our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• Have a genuine passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy vibrant environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others through training and personal 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 experience our new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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 to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.