kitchen team member

wagamama; Epsom; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Wagamama is seeking passionate individuals to join as chefs, committed to freshness and teamwork. No experience is needed, as comprehensive training will be provided. Enjoy benefits like food allowances, discounts, and an internal progression program.

Benefits

£14 - £25 food allowance per shift

50% discount at Wagamama

Discounted gym and leisure

Access to wellness support

Fully funded apprenticeship programmes

Qualifications

• Interest in food or cooking.
• No prior experience needed; training provided.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Work in a fast-paced kitchen environment without microwaves.
• Prepare fresh food according to Wagamama standards.
• Embody Wagamama values and contribute to a team-oriented atmosphere.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Multitasking

Job description

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£14 - £25 of free food allowance on every shift

Dry-cleaned chef whites provided every shift

50% discount at Wagamama + 30% off all other TRG brands with family and friends

Dedicated training programme

Internal progression opportunities | Fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth

Kintsugi wellness | Access to counsellors, cycle to work scheme, discounted gym + leisure

Family friendly policy | Any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay

Financial wellbeing support | Access to loans repaid through your salary for those ‘strapped for cash’ moments in life

What we look for |

We're looking for someone who shares our values and can embody the Wagamama way through how you show up at work. You'll have an interest in food or cooking, and be a great team player who can work well in a fast-paced environment. You'll have good interpersonal skills and be able to multitask in a kitchen with no microwaves or heat lamps, as everything we cook is fresh. You don’t need experience to join us as a chef; we'll provide all the training you need.

The Wagamama way |

Kaizen, meaning ‘good change’, is the philosophy that sits at the core of who we are. It shapes every dish we create and pushes us to find better ways in all we do. Our food, our thinking, our work has to be fresh. We are committed to championing change in our communities and in our impact on the planet.

Decades of acting differently, we don’t conform; we celebrate difference. We appreciate personality over perfection. We welcome everyone and their unique story to our benches. We promise to have your back, working together to build close bonds of trust + support. We create safe spaces for real conversations with open hearts + open minds.

All we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different.