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

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative and inclusive company is seeking a kitchen team member to join their vibrant kitchen in Edinburgh. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where fresh food is prioritized, and personal growth is encouraged. You’ll be part of a diverse team, gaining valuable life skills while ensuring guests enjoy delicious meals. With flexible hours and a supportive culture, this position is perfect for those looking to kickstart their culinary career or pursue a fulfilling side hustle. Join a team that celebrates individuality and fosters a positive atmosphere.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Menu Outside of Work

Family-Friendly Policy

Fresh Uniform Provided

Wagamama Parties

National Recognition Programme

Pension Schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and exceptional dish preparation.
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care.
• Work alongside a diverse team to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

Job description

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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Job Description:

kitchen team member | full time

Three decades of acting different, we don’t conform, we celebrate difference. Appreciating personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you’re looking to start a career in the kitchen or just seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this could be the role for you. With over 165 restaurants and growing in the UK + Ireland, we’re on a mission to nourish us all 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 our fresh food to standard with care. Working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills at wagamama, make great friends, and ensure our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Would love 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 buzzing environments, staying organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others through training and personal growth opportunities

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay + 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% outside of work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (any expectant person or anyone adopting a child will receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to experience our brand-new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Be known nationwide as a wok star – our national recognition programme

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Actual tips by restaurant will vary. Tips are left solely at our guests' discretion and are not considered wages by the company, nor are they guaranteed in any way.