Gastronomic Crew Member (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic kitchen team members to join their vibrant community in Cardiff. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment where fresh food is celebrated, and personal development is prioritized. Enjoy biweekly pay, flexible hours, and a range of perks including free meals and discounts. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and inclusivity, you'll gain invaluable skills while making great friends. Join a company that values personality over perfection and be part of a mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

30% of earnings access before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform for each shift

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition programme

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for fresh food without using microwaves.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care.
• Work alongside a diverse team to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

Job description

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Gastronomic Crew Member (Hiring Immediately), Cardiff

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Cardiff, 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:

wagamama Cotswolds Designer Outlet is opening in July 2025!

We will be facilitating recruitment days on 21st of May 2025 and 4th of June 2025, so apply today to receive your invite and join our community!

Paid training will start from early June, so you will be fully trained when we open in July!

Kitchen Team Member | Full Time

Celebrating difference for over three decades, wagamama values personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this could be the role for you. With over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, we're on a mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a kitchen team member at wagamama, you'll play a key role in preparing and serving fresh food to standard with care. Working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills and make great friends, all while ensuring our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• Have a genuine passion for fresh food — we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy buzzing environments, staying organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and promote growth through training

We’d love to hear from you

What’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 — anything 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 persons)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*All tips are paid directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.