Gastronomic Crew Member (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team at a renowned restaurant, where individuality is celebrated. As a Kitchen Team Member, you will prepare fresh dishes with care and attention, ensuring that every guest enjoys a delightful meal. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and generous discounts, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow and thrive in a supportive environment. You'll make lifelong friends while honing your culinary skills and contributing to a mission that nourishes from bowl to soul. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

New menu tastings

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and cooking in a lively kitchen environment.
• Ability to work well in a diverse team and support others' growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Ensure a positive dining experience for guests.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

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Gastronomic Crew Member (Hiring Immediately), Luton, Bedfordshire

Client: Wagamama

Location: Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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 of May 2025 and 4th of 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

Celebrating individuality, we value 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 role could be for you. 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 play a key role in preparing and serving fresh food to our standards with care. Working alongside a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills and make great friends while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the Wagamama way.

If you...

• want to provide exceptional dishes for our 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

We’d love to hear from you!

Wok’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay + 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 — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends & 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
• Nationwide recognition as a "Wok Star" through our recognition program

We also offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail & 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, are at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.