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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team as a kitchen member at a renowned restaurant chain, where individuality is celebrated. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to work with fresh ingredients in a dynamic environment. You'll gain key life skills while preparing delicious dishes and making lasting friendships with a diverse team. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and a range of industry-leading benefits, including a family-friendly policy and recognition programs. If you're passionate about food and thrive in a bustling kitchen, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus a share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

New menu tastings

Recognition program

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and a desire to provide exceptional dishes.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, buzzing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Work with a diverse team to create a positive work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

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), Nottingham

Client: wagamama

Location: Nottingham, 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 team member | Full time

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

The role:

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

We'd love to hear from you if you...

• Want to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• Have a passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• Enjoy a buzzing environment, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others through training and growth opportunities

Wok’s in it for you:

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

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 left at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.