kitchen team member - Celebrates individuality and diversity (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team in Birmingham where individuality and diversity are celebrated! As a Kitchen Team Member, you'll prepare fresh, delicious dishes without the use of microwaves, ensuring a top-notch dining experience. This role offers flexible hours, opportunities for personal growth, and a supportive team representing over 100 nationalities. Enjoy perks like free food during shifts, discounts, and a family-friendly policy. If you're passionate about food and thrive in a lively environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Try new menus first

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for fresh food and cooking.
• Ability to work in a lively and organized environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

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kitchen team member - Celebrates individuality and diversity (Hiring Immediately), Birmingham

Client: Wagamama

Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom

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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be yourself, be Wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for a wok-inspired side hustle, this could be the role for you. 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 at Wagamama, you'll play a vital role in our kitchen, preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards. You'll work with a talented team representing over 100 nationalities. Not only will you develop key life skills, but you'll also make great friends while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the Wagamama way.

If you...

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

We’d love to hear from you!

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift—anything from our menu! Plus 50% off 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
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be Wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant. Tips are left at guests' discretion and are not considered wages or guaranteed by the company.