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

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic kitchen team members to join their vibrant team in Stockport. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a diverse and inclusive environment, where you can develop key life skills while preparing and serving fresh, delicious food. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and generous discounts outside of work. With a strong commitment to employee well-being, the company provides industry-leading family-friendly policies and recognition programs. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Fresh uniform provided

New menu tastings

Wagamama parties

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Enjoy providing exceptional dishes for our guests.
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care.
• Work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Passion for Fresh Food

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Stockport, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen team member | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate differences and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're starting 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, preparing and serving fresh food to standard with care. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, gaining key life skills and making great friends while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

We'd love to hear from you if you...

• Enjoy providing exceptional dishes for our guests
• Have a genuine passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• Like a buzzing environment, are organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others through training and growth opportunities

Wok’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before pay day 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
• 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
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

We also offer pension schemes, 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 left at guests' discretion, are not considered wages, and are not guaranteed.