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

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a kitchen team member who values individuality and is passionate about fresh food. This full-time role offers the chance to thrive in a vibrant kitchen environment, where you will prepare and serve delicious dishes while working alongside a diverse team. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a range of exciting perks including free meals and industry-leading family policies. If you're ready to embrace your uniqueness and contribute to a dynamic team, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Exclusive menu tastings

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and providing exceptional dishes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care.
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

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)

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 team member | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might be for you. 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 at wagamama, you'll play a key role in preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. Working with a talented team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills and make great friends while ensuring our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• Have a passion for fresh food — we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy a buzzing environment, are organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

Wok’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% outside of work to treat friends and family
• 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
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail & leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.