Kitchen Operations Support Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team as a Kitchen Porter at a leading restaurant chain. This full-time role emphasizes cleanliness and teamwork, offering valuable skills and personal growth opportunities in a lively environment. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Biweekly pay and tips sharing

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Uniform provided

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food; no microwaves or heat lamps.
• Support others through training and growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Provide support with food prep and dishwashing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Job description

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12.05.2025

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26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity, emphasizing personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're aiming to build a career in the kitchen or looking for 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 porter at wagamama, you'll play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen. You'll work with a talented team of over 100 nationalities, providing support with food prep and dishwashing to ensure smooth kitchen operations. This role offers valuable life skills, opportunities for personal growth, and a chance to make great friends while delivering delicious wagamama food to our guests.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional experiences for everyone
• 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 through training and growth opportunities

We'd love to hear from you

What's in it for you |

• Biweekly pay and tips sharing
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside of work to treat 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
• Be the first to try new menu items
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide 'love above the door' legend through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, 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.

*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.