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

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a kitchen team member at a vibrant restaurant chain, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. This role offers a chance to grow in a dynamic kitchen environment, preparing fresh dishes without the use of microwaves or heat lamps. You'll work with a diverse team, honing essential life skills while ensuring guests enjoy delicious meals. With flexible hours and generous perks, including free food on shift and discounts for friends and family, this position is perfect for those looking to kickstart their culinary career or find a fulfilling side hustle.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policy

Clean uniform provided

New menu tastings

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and serve fresh food with care.
• Experience in a buzzing kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Passion for fresh food

Job description

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kitchen team member - Celebrates individuality and diversity (Hiring Immediately), Leeds, West Yorkshire

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen team member | Full-time

At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We appreciate personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might be perfect for you. With over 165 restaurants across the UK + Ireland, our mission is to nourish everyone from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a kitchen team member at wagamama, you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving fresh food to our standards with care. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, gaining key life skills and making great friends, all while ensuring our guests enjoy 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 in our kitchens
• Enjoy buzzing environments, staying organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth through training and personal development

We'd love to hear from you

Wok’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 work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting persons receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, 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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary, left by guests, and are not considered wages or guaranteed.