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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic kitchen team at a forward-thinking restaurant where your passion for fresh food and teamwork will shine. As a kitchen team member, you'll play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dishes in a lively and inclusive environment. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a variety of perks including free meals and discounts. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to grow, connect, and be part of a vibrant community that celebrates individuality and teamwork. If you're ready to make a difference in the kitchen, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay + tips share

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% off food outside work

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Ability to provide exceptional dishes for guests.
• Organized and attentive to detail in a lively environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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kitchen team member - Diverse and Inclusive Workplace Culture (Hiring Immediately), Stoke-on-Trent

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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 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 role might be 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 be vital in preparing and serving our fresh food to high standards. You'll work with a talented, diverse 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, are organized, and attentive to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

We’d love to hear from you!

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay + tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free on-shift food — 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 persons
• 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 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 left at guest discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.