kitchen team member - Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team at a renowned restaurant where diversity is celebrated, and personality is valued over perfection. As a kitchen team member, you'll prepare delicious dishes from scratch, ensuring high standards in a lively environment. This role offers the chance to develop key life skills, make lasting friendships, and contribute to a positive workplace culture. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and various benefits, including early access to new menus and recognition programs. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policies

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition programs

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and providing exceptional dishes.
• Ability to work in a buzzing kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer Service

Food Preparation

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

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kitchen team member - Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately), Belfast

Client: wagamama

Location: Belfast, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 4

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. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers an opportunity to be part of a diverse team. 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, you'll prepare and serve fresh food to high standards, working alongside a talented team representing over 100 nationalities. You'll gain key life skills, make great friends, and ensure our guests enjoy 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 a buzzing environment, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

What we offer:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side pursuits
• Free on-shift food from our menu and 50% off outside work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition programs like 'Wok Star'

Additional benefits include pension, holiday, training, cycle schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are 100% for our teams, vary by restaurant, and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.