kitchen team member - Be You, Be Wagamama - Celebrate Your Uniqueness in a Diverse Restaurant E[...]

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team at an innovative restaurant where diversity is celebrated! As a Kitchen Team Member, you'll prepare and serve fresh, delicious dishes in a lively environment. This role offers the chance to grow, develop life skills, and make lasting friendships while ensuring guests enjoy their meals the wagamama way. With flexible hours, competitive pay, and a variety of perks, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking company that values individuality and teamwork. Embrace your uniqueness and become a part of a culinary journey that nourishes everyone from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay plus Tips

30% Earnings Access Before Payday

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Outside Work

26 Weeks Full Pay for Parents

Uniform Provided

New Menu Trials

Wagamama Parties

Recognition Programme

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional dishes for guests.
• Enjoy working in a lively and diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Work collaboratively with a diverse team.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Team Collaboration

Passion for Fresh Food

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kitchen team member - Be You, Be Wagamama - Celebrate Your Uniqueness in a Diverse Restaurant Environment (Hiring Immediately), Chelmsford

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Chelmsford

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen Team Member | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. Whether you're looking to start a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers a vibrant environment to grow and develop. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish everyone from bowl to soul.

The Role:

As a kitchen team member, you'll be essential in preparing and serving our fresh food to high standards. You'll work with a talented team from over 100 nationalities, gaining valuable life skills and making great friends, all while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

Ideal Candidates Would:

• Love providing exceptional dishes for guests
• Have a passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, stay organized, and pay attention to detail
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment and support others’ growth

What’s in it for You:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try our new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests’ discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.