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

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

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain in Maidstone seeks a kitchen porter to support kitchen operations. This full-time role offers opportunities for career growth and a diverse team environment. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals, and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Keep the kitchen clean, safe, and organized.
• Assist with food preparation and dishwashing.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

maidstone, United Kingdom

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

Three decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you’re looking to start a career in the kitchen or just seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this could be the role for you. With over 165 restaurants and growing in the UK + Ireland, we’re on a mission to nourish us all from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a kitchen porter at wagamama, you'll play a key role in our kitchen, keeping it clean, safe, and organized. You’ll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, providing support and assistance to ensure the kitchen runs smoothly, including food preparation and dishwashing. Not only will you gain key life skills, but you'll also make great friends, all while ensuring our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Would love to provide exceptional experiences for everyone
• Have a genuine passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• Enjoy buzzing environments, staying organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others through training and personal growth opportunities

We'd love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift – anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant persons or those adopting a child receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide love above the door legend – our national recognition programme

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted 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, are left at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages nor guaranteed.