front of house team member

wagamama; Livingston; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Biweekly pay & tips

Flexible hours

Wagestream access

Free food on shift

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Menu previews

Growth opportunities

Pension & holidays

Job summary

Wagamama in Livingston is seeking a Front of House Team Member for a full‑time role. You’ll welcome guests, bring the menu to life, and help keep service flowing from start to finish in a fast‑paced environment. We value warm conversations, attention to detail, and teamwork.

You’ll stay calm under pressure, make genuine recommendations, and help every guest leave with a great experience. Perks include biweekly pay with tips, flexible hours, staff meals, and progression opportunities within a

Qualifications

• Love making people feel welcome and looked after.
• Enjoy talking about food and making genuine recommendations.
• Thrive in lively, fast-moving environments.
• Stay calm, switched on, and one step ahead when it gets busy.
• Notice the little things and care about getting them right.
• Bring good energy and love being part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Welcome guests in and bring the menu to life.
• Help keep service flowing smoothly from start to finish.

Skills

Welcoming guests

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Job description

Front of House Team Member | Full Time

At Wagamama, food is life. We’re fast paced, full of energy, and big on creating brilliant experiences. No scripts, no awkward service – just warm welcomes, real conversations, and a team that moves together. From the first hello to the last bowl cleared, you’ll help make the restaurant feel alive.

The Role

As a front‑of‑house team member, you’ll be a big part of what makes every shift special. You’ll welcome guests in, bring the menu to life, and help keep service flowing smoothly from start to finish. It’s a role for people who love good food, great vibes, and being right in the middle of the action.

If You…

• Love making people feel welcome and looked after
• Enjoy talking about food and making genuine recommendations
• Thrive in lively, fast‑moving environments
• Stay calm, switched on, and one step ahead when it gets busy
• Notice the little things and care about getting them right
• Bring good energy and love being part of a team

We’d love to hear from you.

Wok’s in It for You

• Biweekly pay + a share of tips*
• Flexible hours to fit around your life
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Free food on shift – yes, anything on the menu, plus 50% off outside of work
• Industry‑leading family‑friendly policy, with 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for new parents
• Pangaia‑designed uniform, made for you to make your own
• First taste of brand‑new menu drops before anyone else
• Parties, perks, and plenty of opportunities to grow with us
• All the good stuff too – pension, holiday, training, discounts, cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounted gym memberships, and long‑service awards

We’re proud to be a disability‑confident employer. There’s a seat at our bench for everyone.

Feed Yourself, Feed Others

• 100% of tips go to our teams. Actual tips by restaurant will vary. Tips are left solely at our guests’ discretion and are not considered as wages by the company, nor are they guaranteed in any way.