Kitchen Operations Support Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Hemel Hempstead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team at a leading restaurant chain as a Kitchen Porter. This full-time role offers a chance to develop key life skills while ensuring a clean and organized kitchen. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and a variety of benefits while working in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Pension scheme

Holiday entitlement

Cycle-to-work scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences.
• Genuine interest in fresh food.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cleanliness, safety, and organization in the kitchen.
• Support with food preparation and dishwashing.

Skills

Organization

Attention to Detail

Team Support

Job description

Job Description: Kitchen Porter | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection and believe in being authentic — be you, be wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for a wok-inspired side hustle, this role could be perfect for you. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish everyone from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a kitchen porter at wagamama, you'll play a vital part in our kitchen team, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and organization. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, providing support with food preparation and dishwashing to keep the kitchen running smoothly. This role offers an opportunity to develop key life skills, make new friends, and deliver delicious food the wagamama way to our guests.

About You

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Genuine interest in fresh food, as we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy a buzzing environment, with excellent organization and attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth through training and development

What’s in it for You

• Biweekly pay plus 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 to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition through our nationwide program as a wagamama legend

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.

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