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

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team at a forward-thinking restaurant chain, where you can showcase your passion for fresh food and contribute to a positive, inclusive workplace. This full-time role is perfect for those looking to develop key life skills while working in a buzzing environment. Enjoy benefits like flexible hours, free meals, and recognition programs while being part of a family committed to nourishing from bowl to soul. If you're ready to make a difference in a dynamic kitchen, this opportunity awaits you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% discount outside work

26 weeks full pay for expectant parents

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Wagamama parties

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Exceptional dish preparation and service skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Work collaboratively with a diverse team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Passion for fresh food

Organizational skills

Job description

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

Client: wagamama

Location: derby, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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EU work permit required: Yes

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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. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers a chance to be part of a growing family of over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, committed to nourishing from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a kitchen team member, you'll prepare and serve fresh food to our 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.

Ideal candidates:

• Want to provide exceptional dishes
• Have a passion for fresh food (no microwaves or heat lamps)
• Enjoy a buzzing environment, staying organized with attention to detail
• Promote a positive, inclusive workplace and support others' growth

Benefits include:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours for side pursuits
• Free shift meals and 50% discount outside work
• 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like "wok star" nationwide

Additional perks include pension, 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; amounts vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not wages and are not guaranteed.