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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant team as a Kitchen Porter at a well-known restaurant chain, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This part-time role offers a dynamic environment where you can develop essential life skills while contributing to the kitchen's success. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and generous discounts for friends and family. With industry-leading family-friendly policies and opportunities for recognition, this position is perfect for anyone looking to start a career in the culinary world or seeking a rewarding side hustle.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off meals outside work

Uniform provided

New menu experiences

Wagamama parties

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences.
• Enjoy working with fresh food; no microwaves or heat lamps.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Customer Service

Job description

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

Client: Wagamama

Location: Reading, 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 starting 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, multicultural team to support food preparation and dishwashing, ensuring smooth kitchen operations. This role allows you to develop key life skills, make friends, and contribute to delivering delicious food the Wagamama way.

About You:

• Passionate about providing exceptional experiences
• Enjoy working with fresh food; we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Thrives in a buzzing environment, with excellent organization and attention to detail
• Promotes a positive, inclusive work environment and supports others' growth

What’s in It for You:

• Biweekly pay plus tips (tips are at guest discretion and vary by restaurant)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free on-shift food and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to experience new menus first
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests and national recognition programs

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.

*Please note: Tips are not guaranteed and are solely at guests' discretion.