kitchen team member - Diverse and Inclusive Team Environment (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team at a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusivity. As a Kitchen Team Member, you'll prepare and serve fresh, delicious food while working in a lively environment with a talented team from over 100 nationalities. This role offers the chance to develop key life skills, enjoy flexible hours, and receive generous perks, including free meals and a family-friendly policy. If you're passionate about fresh food and want to contribute to a positive workplace, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Outside Work

Family-Friendly Policy

Clean Uniform Provided

New Menu Tastings

Wagamama Parties

Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to provide exceptional dishes for guests.
• Experience in a lively kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

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kitchen team member - Diverse and Inclusive Team Environment (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent

Client: wagamama

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen Team Member | Full Time

At wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're looking to start a career in the kitchen or seeking 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 from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a kitchen team member at wagamama, you'll play a key role in our kitchen by preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards. 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
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others’ growth

Wok’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of 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: 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 throughout the year with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

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.

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