Kitchen Operations Support Specialist (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant as a Kitchen Porter in Stoke-on-Trent, where you'll support kitchen operations in a vibrant environment. This role offers flexible hours, biweekly pay, and unique benefits, including free meals and industry-leading family policies.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Shift Meals

50% Off Meals Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policies

Uniform Provided

Recognition Programs

Pension Schemes

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences.
• Genuine interest in fresh food; no microwaves or heat lamps.
• Enjoy lively environments and promote a positive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Support food preparation and dishwashing.
• Work alongside a diverse team.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

Job description

Kitchen Operations Support Specialist (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent

Client: wagamama

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, 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 diversity. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers a unique opportunity. 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 will work alongside a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, providing support with food preparation and dishwashing to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly. This role helps you develop key life skills while making great friends and ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

About you:

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Genuine interest in fresh food; we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, are organized, and attentive to detail
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay + share of tips (tips go directly to our teams)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours supporting your side hustle
• Free shift meals from our menu + 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
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition through our national program

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holidays, 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.

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