kitchen team member

wagamama; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK restaurant chain is seeking enthusiastic individuals for an entry-level chef role in their kitchen. Candidates should have an interest in food and cooking, as well as strong interpersonal skills. Training will be provided for new chefs, making this an ideal opportunity for those looking to start their culinary journey. Enjoy competitive pay, tips, and numerous benefits including a food allowance, discounts, and a supportive environment focused on growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Free food allowance

Discounts on meals

Pension scheme

28 days holiday

Wellness programs

Training and development

Qualifications

• No prior experience needed as training will be provided.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh dishes with no microwaves or heat lamps.
• Work well as part of a team.

Skills

Interest in food or cooking

Good interpersonal skills

Ability to multitask

Team player

Job description

the role

for you

perks + quirks |

£12.30 per hour + £27.30 average tips per week

£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

pension scheme + 28 days holiday

dedicated training programme

internal progression opportunities | fully funded apprenticeship programmes to support your growth

kintsugi wellness | access to councillors, 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, 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, how we think, how we work, it has to be fresh. committed to championing change in both our communities + the impact on the planet

three whole decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. appreciating personality over perfection. welcoming everyone and their unique story to our benches. we promise to have your back. working together to build close bonds of trust + support. creating safe spaces where we can have real conversations with open hearts + open minds

all we ask is for you to dish up what makes you different

be you, be wagamama