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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team where individuality and diversity are celebrated! As a kitchen team member, you'll prepare delicious dishes in a lively environment, working alongside a diverse team. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and the opportunity to develop key life skills while making lasting friendships. This role offers a unique chance to be part of a forward-thinking company that values personality and fosters a supportive atmosphere. If you're passionate about fresh food and want to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Exclusive menu tastings

Recognition programme

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Support training and personal growth of team members.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Newport, 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 for you. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish both body and 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 with care. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities. Not only will you develop key life skills, but you'll also make 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 genuine passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others through training and personal growth

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay plus a 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
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents 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 programme

Additionally, we 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 the disability confident scheme.

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