Gastronomic Crew Member (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team at an exciting new restaurant opening soon! As a kitchen team member, you'll prepare fresh, delicious dishes while working with a diverse group of talented individuals. This role offers the chance to develop key life skills and foster friendships in a lively environment. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and generous discounts outside of work. With a commitment to inclusivity and support for personal growth, this is a fantastic opportunity to start your culinary journey in a dynamic and rewarding setting.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Wagamama parties

National recognition as a wok star

Qualifications

• Love providing exceptional dishes for guests.
• Enjoy lively environments with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard.
• Ensure guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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Gastronomic Crew Member (Hiring Immediately), Basildon

Client: wagamama

Location: Basildon, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 in July!

Kitchen Team Member | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might be for you. With over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a kitchen team member, you'll prepare and serve fresh food to standard, working with a talented team from over 100 nationalities. You'll gain key life skills and make great friends while ensuring guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

Ideal candidates:

• Love providing exceptional dishes for guests
• Have a passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others’ growth

Wok’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 and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• National recognition as a wok star

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, 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.