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

JR United Kingdom; Watford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity to join a diverse and inclusive kitchen team as a Kitchen Porter. This role offers a chance to develop key life skills while working in a vibrant environment with over 100 nationalities. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and perks like free food on shift and discounts for friends and family. Be part of a company that celebrates individuality and fosters a positive work culture, where your contributions are recognized and valued.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

Invitations to parties

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and maintaining a clean kitchen environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, diverse team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment.
• Support food preparation and dishwashing tasks.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Time Management

Communication

Job description

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Watford, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate differences and appreciate personality over perfection—it's all about being you, being 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, we aim to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a kitchen porter at wagamama, you'll play a key role in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, providing support with food preparation and dishwashing, ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly. This role offers an opportunity to gain key life skills, make great friends, and ensure our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional experiences for everyone
• Have a passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• Enjoy a buzzing environment, staying organized with attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others through training and growth opportunities

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Biweekly pay plus a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift 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
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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.

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