Kitchen Crew Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team where individuality and diversity are celebrated! As a Kitchen Team Member, you'll prepare fresh, delicious food while developing key life skills and making great friends. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay plus tips, and a range of benefits including free meals and discounts. Be part of a supportive environment that values your growth and well-being. This role is perfect for those looking to kickstart their culinary career in a lively atmosphere. Embrace the opportunity to nourish from bowl to soul!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips sharing

Access to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional dishes for guests.
• Genuine interest in fresh food; no microwaves or heat lamps.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Work alongside a diverse team representing over 100 nationalities.

Skills

Passion for cooking

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Job description

Job Description

Kitchen Team Member | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're looking to start a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might be perfect 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 vital role in our kitchen by preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards. You'll work alongside a talented team representing over 100 nationalities. Not only will you develop key life skills, but you'll also make great friends while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

Ideal Candidate

• Passionate about providing exceptional dishes for guests
• Genuine interest in fresh food; we don't use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, are organized, and attentive to detail
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment and support others through training and growth opportunities

Benefits

• Biweekly pay plus tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% discount outside of work for 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 program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and 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 and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.