kitchen team member - Diverse and inclusive work environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic kitchen team at a renowned restaurant where diversity is celebrated! This role offers the chance to work with a talented group, honing your culinary skills while ensuring guests enjoy fresh, delicious meals. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a variety of perks including free meals and family-friendly policies, this position is perfect for those looking to kickstart their culinary career or balance a side hustle. Become part of a vibrant community that values individuality and teamwork, making every shift a rewarding experience.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

30% of earnings access before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policies

Fresh uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Experience in a lively kitchen environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Passion for fresh food

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Job description

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kitchen team member - Diverse and inclusive work environment (Hiring Immediately), chester

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

chester, 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 diversity and individuality. 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 everyone from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a kitchen team member at wagamama, you'll be essential 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.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Wants to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• Has a genuine passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoys lively environments, stays organized, and pays attention to detail
• Fosters a positive, inclusive work environment and supports others through training and growth opportunities

Wagamama offers:

• 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 and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include 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, are at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.