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

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team in an exciting role where individuality and diversity are celebrated! As a kitchen team member, you'll prepare and serve fresh dishes, ensuring high standards and guest satisfaction. This role offers a dynamic work environment, the chance to develop key life skills, and the opportunity to thrive in a supportive team. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a range of perks including free meals and discounts. If you're passionate about food and love working with others, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay + tips share

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Uniform provided

First to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and cooking.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Work with a diverse team to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Education

No formal education required

Job description

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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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 seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might be perfect 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 be vital in our kitchen, preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards. You'll work with a talented team representing 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
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

We’d love to hear from you!

What’s in it for you:

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

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, training, cycle schemes, retail & leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the disability confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages or guaranteed.