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

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

Job summary

Join a diverse team as a Kitchen Porter at a leading restaurant chain in Exeter. This full-time role offers opportunities for personal growth, a vibrant work environment, and the chance to make great friends while ensuring a smooth kitchen operation. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and a range of benefits including a pension scheme and discounts.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus a share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Clean uniform provided

New menu tastings

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and providing exceptional experiences.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection—it's all about being you, being wagamama. 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 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 from over 100 nationalities, providing support and assistance in food prep and dishwashing to keep the kitchen running smoothly. This role offers key 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

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay plus a share of 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 to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be among the first to try our new menus
• 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 Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.