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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a kitchen team member who celebrates individuality and diversity. This full-time role offers a vibrant environment where you'll prepare and serve fresh dishes while working alongside a talented team from over 100 nationalities. With a focus on exceptional food and an inclusive atmosphere, you'll gain valuable life skills and friendships. Enjoy flexible hours, free shift meals, and industry-leading family policies. If you're passionate about fresh food and providing great service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant individuals

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties and VIP events

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and exceptional dishes.
• Ability to stay organized in a lively environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Customer Service

Food Preparation

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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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. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers a great opportunity. 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 prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care. You'll work with a talented team of over 100 nationalities, gaining key life skills and making great friends while ensuring our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

Ideal candidates:

• Love providing exceptional dishes for 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

Benefits:

• Biweekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours supporting side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu + 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting individuals
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• National recognition as a wok star

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.

*All tips go directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guest discretion. They are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.