kitchen porter - Be You, Be Wagamama Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team as a Kitchen Porter at a leading restaurant chain. You'll maintain kitchen cleanliness, support food preparation, and work in a diverse environment. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and discounts.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips share

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Fresh uniform provided

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food, no microwaves or heat lamps.
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Support food prep and dishwashing.
• Ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Job description

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wagamama

Location:

Cardiff, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. 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 everyone 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 through food prep and dishwashing, ensuring smooth kitchen operations, and helping guests receive delicious food the wagamama way. You'll also gain key life skills and make great friends along the way.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional experiences for everyone
• Have a passion for fresh food, as we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, stay organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

We'd love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay plus tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy with 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide 'love above the door' legend

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, 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 at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.