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

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

Job summary

Join wagamama as a Kitchen Porter and be part of a vibrant team that values diversity and individuality. This full-time role offers the chance to develop life skills while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. Enjoy benefits like biweekly pay, flexible hours, and free meals during shifts. If you have a passion for fresh food and thrive in lively environments, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Biweekly Pay Plus Tips

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policies

Uniform Provided

Opportunity to Try New Menus

Recognition Awards

Pension Schemes

Qualifications

• Ability to maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
• Support food preparation and dishwashing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe kitchen.
• Work with a diverse team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

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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 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 from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a Kitchen Porter at wagamama, you'll be essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen. You'll work with a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, providing support to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, assisting with food prep and dishwashing. This role offers valuable life skills, opportunities for personal growth, and a chance to make great friends while delivering 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 great attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace 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 food on shift and 50% off outside work to share with friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend

Additional benefits include 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.

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