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

JR United Kingdom; Chester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a kitchen team member to join their vibrant team in Chester. This full-time role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a lively kitchen environment, preparing fresh dishes without the use of microwaves or heat lamps. You'll be part of a diverse team, gaining valuable life skills while ensuring guests enjoy exceptional meals. With flexible hours and a range of perks including free food on shift and a family-friendly policy, this position is perfect for anyone passionate about food and teamwork.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

26 weeks full pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

New menu tastings

Recognition program

Pension schemes and holiday leave

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Passion for fresh food

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

Client: wagamama

Location: chester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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 appreciate personality over perfection—it's about being you, being wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for a wok-inspired side hustle, this role could be perfect for you. With over 165 restaurants in the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish everyone from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a kitchen team member at wagamama, you'll play a key role in our kitchen by preparing and serving fresh food to high standards with care. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities. Not only will you gain key life skills, but you'll also make great friends 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—our kitchens do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• enjoy lively environments, stay organized, and have 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!

Wok’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—and 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay plus 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
• National recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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. Tips are at guests' discretion and are not considered wages or guaranteed.