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

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; 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 offers opportunities for personal growth, teamwork, and a chance to contribute to a positive dining experience. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and various perks including free meals and discounts.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

New uniform provided

Recognition awards

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Maintaining cleanliness, safety, and organization in the kitchen.
• Assisting with food prep and dishwashing.

Responsibilities

• Support kitchen operations and provide exceptional experiences for guests.
• Work with a diverse team and foster a positive work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organization

Teamwork

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12.05.2025

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Kitchen Porter | Full-time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. 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, you'll play a vital part in our kitchen by maintaining cleanliness, safety, and organization. You'll work with a talented team from over 100 nationalities, providing support to ensure smooth kitchen operations, assisting with food prep and dishwashing. This role offers valuable life skills, opportunities for personal growth, and a chance to make great friends while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

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' growth

We'd love to hear from you

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 shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• New uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, 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.