kitchen porter - Diverse and Inclusive Team Environment (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Basildon; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive team as a Kitchen Porter, where your contributions ensure a clean and organized kitchen. In this dynamic role, you'll support food preparation and dishwashing while developing key life skills and building friendships. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals on shifts, and a range of benefits including a family-friendly policy. This is a fantastic opportunity to grow in a supportive environment that values every team member's contribution. If you have a passion for fresh food and thrive in a bustling atmosphere, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Fresh, clean uniform provided

New menu tastings

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Enjoy providing exceptional experiences for everyone.
• Thrive in a buzzing environment and foster a positive work culture.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment.
• Support food preparation and dishwashing for smooth operations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

Job Description: Kitchen Porter | Full Time

Wagamama is seeking a kitchen porter to join our diverse and inclusive team in Basildon. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we are committed to nourishing everyone from bowl to soul.

The Role

As a kitchen porter at Wagamama, you will play a vital role in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. You will work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, providing support with food preparation and dishwashing to ensure smooth kitchen operations. This role offers an opportunity to develop key life skills, build friendships, and contribute to delivering delicious food the Wagamama way.

About You

• You enjoy providing exceptional experiences for everyone.
• You have a genuine passion for fresh food; we do not use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens.
• You thrive in a buzzing environment, are organized, and have excellent attention to detail.
• You foster a positive, inclusive work environment and are eager to grow through training and personal development.

What’s In It For You

• Biweekly pay plus a share of tips (100% of tips go to our teams).
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream.
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle.
• Free food on shift from our menu, plus 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.
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift.
• Be the first to try our new menus.
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year.
• Recognition through our nationwide program, celebrating our team members.

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training opportunities, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Join Us

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

*Tips are left at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages. 100% of tips go directly to our teams.