kitchen porter - Diverse Team Environment and Career Growth Opportunities (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a diverse team as a kitchen porter at a leading restaurant in Cambridge. This full-time role offers the chance to develop key life skills while ensuring a clean and organized kitchen. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a range of benefits including free meals and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Free Shift Meals

50% Off Meals Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policy

Pension Scheme

Training Opportunities

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Enjoy lively environments and support others' growth.
• Love providing exceptional experiences for everyone.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Assist with food prep and dishwashing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Passion for Fresh Food

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kitchen porter - Diverse Team Environment and Career Growth Opportunities (Hiring Immediately), cambridge

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Cambridge

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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 differences and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. 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 and assistance with food prep and dishwashing to keep the kitchen running smoothly. This role offers you the chance to develop key life skills, make great friends, and ensure our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

Ideal Candidates Will...

• Love providing 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 through training and development

What’s in it for You |

• Biweekly pay plus a share of tips (100% tips go to the team)
• 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 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
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend through our program

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.

*Tips are left at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages; 100% of tips go to the team, and actual tips vary by restaurant.