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

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

Job summary

Join a dynamic kitchen team as a Kitchen Team Member, where your passion for fresh food meets a diverse and inclusive workplace. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to develop key life skills while working alongside a talented team from over 100 nationalities. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and a variety of perks including biweekly pay and a share of tips. Be part of a mission to nourish from bowl to soul in a vibrant environment that celebrates individuality and teamwork. If you're ready to make a difference in the kitchen, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

Try new menus first

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and cooking without microwaves.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Passion for Fresh Food

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Woking, 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

At wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality, appreciating personality over perfection—it's all about being you, be wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for a wok-inspired side hustle, this role could 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 an essential part of our kitchen team, preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards with care. Working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills, make great friends, and ensure our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Want 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 lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others through training and personal growth

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• 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—anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• An 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 with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer 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 and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.