kitchen porter - Dynamic team environment celebrating diversity (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Derby; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a renowned restaurant chain as a Kitchen Porter, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This part-time role offers a unique opportunity to work with fresh ingredients in a dynamic kitchen environment, fostering teamwork and personal growth. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay with tips, and fantastic perks like free meals and discounts. Be part of a culture that values inclusivity and supports your development while delivering delicious food the Wagamama way. If you love a buzzing atmosphere and want to make great friends, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition awards

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences.
• Enjoy working with fresh food in a buzzing environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Food Preparation

Organizational Skills

Job description

Kitchen Porter - Dynamic Team Environment Celebrating Diversity (Hiring Immediately), Derby

Client: Wagamama

Location: Derby, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen Porter | Part-time

At Wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. Whether you're looking to start a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers an opportunity to be part of a vibrant team. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a kitchen porter, you'll be essential in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, providing support with food preparation and dishwashing, ensuring smooth kitchen operations. This role will help you develop key life skills and make great friends while delivering delicious food the Wagamama way.

Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Enjoy working with fresh food, as we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Loves a buzzing environment, with excellent attention to detail and organization
• Fosters a positive, inclusive workplace and supports others' growth

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 shift meals from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide 'Love Above the Door' legend

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 100% for our team members, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.