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

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

Job summary

An innovative and diverse workplace is seeking a kitchen team member to join their vibrant team in Cambridge. This role offers the chance to work with fresh ingredients, ensuring high-quality dishes are served to guests. With flexible hours and a focus on inclusivity, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a lively kitchen environment. Enjoy benefits like biweekly pay, free food on shift, and a supportive family-friendly policy. Join a team that values personality over perfection and be part of a mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Flexible hours

Uniform provided

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Holiday and training

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and serve food to high standards.
• Strong organizational skills in a lively environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food with attention to detail.
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Cambridge

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 3

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—it's all about being yourself, be wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might be perfect 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, you'll be essential in preparing and serving our fresh food to high standards, working with a talented team of over 100 nationalities. You'll gain key life skills, make friends, and ensure our guests enjoy 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
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

Wok’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• First to try new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

We also offer pension schemes, 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; actual tips vary by restaurant and are left at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.