kitchen porter - Diverse and Inclusive Team Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Kitchen Porter, where your role is essential in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. This position at a renowned restaurant offers a fantastic opportunity to develop life skills while working alongside a diverse team. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a variety of perks, including free meals and discounts. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this is the perfect chance to kickstart your culinary career in a supportive atmosphere.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

First access to new menus

Recognition programs

Discounts and gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences in a kitchen environment.
• Enjoy working with fresh food and supporting a diverse team.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Passion for Food

Job description

Kitchen Porter - Diverse and Inclusive Team Environment (Hiring Immediately), Southampton

Client:

Wagamama

Location:

Southampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full time

At Wagamama, we celebrate diversity and encourage individuality. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking 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 vital in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen. Working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, you'll support 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.

About You:

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Enjoy working with fresh food in a buzzing environment
• Organized with excellent attention to detail
• Supportive of a positive, inclusive work environment and personal growth

What We Offer:

• Biweekly pay + tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours for your side hustle
• Free shift meals and 50% off outside of work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• First access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP events
• Recognition programs

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

Be You, Be Wagamama:

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips are discretionary and vary by restaurant. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.

Please note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for this vacancy, you might need a work permit. Check our Blog for more information.

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Created on 08/05/2025 by JR, United Kingdom