Kitchen Crew Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team where individuality and diversity are celebrated! As a Kitchen Team Member, you'll prepare and serve fresh food in a buzzing environment, gaining key life skills and building friendships. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and a family-friendly policy that supports personal growth. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on fresh ingredients, this role offers a unique opportunity to thrive in a dynamic setting. Be part of a team that values your contributions and recognizes your efforts as you embark on an exciting culinary journey.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Free Shift Meals

50% Off Meals Outside Work

26 Weeks Full Pay for Parents

Uniform Provided

Early Access to New Menus

Recognition Programme

Pension Schemes

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about delivering exceptional dishes.
• Genuine interest in fresh food; no microwaves or heat lamps used.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

Job Description: Kitchen Team Member | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, valuing personality over perfection. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers a vibrant environment to grow and connect. 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 be essential in preparing and serving our fresh food to high standards, working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities. This role provides an opportunity to gain key life skills and build great friendships while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about delivering exceptional dishes
• Genuine interest in fresh food; no microwaves or heat lamps used
• Enjoys a buzzing environment, organized, with excellent attention to detail
• Supports a positive, inclusive work environment and values personal growth

Benefits

• Biweekly pay plus share of tips (100% of tips go to our teams)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours supporting side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

Additional perks include pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Our Commitment

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are left at guest discretion and are not guaranteed wages; 100% of tips go to our teams, varying by restaurant.