Kitchen Operations Support Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Chester is seeking a Kitchen Porter to join their vibrant kitchen team. This full-time role offers an opportunity to learn valuable skills while ensuring the kitchen operates smoothly. The ideal candidate will thrive in a lively environment and enjoy providing exceptional experiences for guests. Benefits include flexible hours, free meals, and access to earnings before payday.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips sharing

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Enjoy providing exceptional experiences for guests.
• Thrive in a lively environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness, safety, and organization in the kitchen.
• Assist with food prep and dishwashing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Customer Experience

Job description

Kitchen Operations Support Specialist (Hiring Immediately), Chester

Client: Wagamama

Location: Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 12.05.2025

Expiry Date: 26.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full Time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and 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, we're on a mission to nourish everyone from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a Kitchen Porter at Wagamama, you'll be a vital part of our kitchen team, maintaining cleanliness, safety, and organization. You'll work alongside a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, providing support to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, assisting with food prep and dishwashing. This role offers valuable life skills, opportunities for personal growth, and a chance to build friendships while delivering delicious food the Wagamama way.

Ideal candidate:

• Enjoy providing exceptional experiences for guests
• Have a passion for fresh food; we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Thrive in a lively environment, stay organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth through training and development

What we offer:

• Biweekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before pay day via Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side projects or studies
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies (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 and VIP guest events
• National recognition through our "Love Above the Door" program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training programs, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for the team; amounts vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.