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

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

Job summary

An innovative and inclusive workplace is seeking a kitchen team member to join their vibrant kitchen in Milton Keynes. This role offers a unique opportunity to prepare and serve fresh, delicious dishes while working with a talented team from diverse backgrounds. With flexible hours and biweekly pay, you'll enjoy perks like free meals during shifts and substantial discounts outside of work. Join a company that values your individuality and fosters personal growth, all while being part of a mission to nourish every guest. If you have a passion for food and thrive in a lively environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Outside of Work

Family-Friendly Policy

Fresh Uniform Provided

Trial of New Menus

Wagamama Parties

Pension Schemes

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and ability to provide exceptional dishes.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in a busy kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care.
• Work alongside a diverse team to ensure guests receive delicious food.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

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

Client: wagamama

Location: Milton Keynes

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 you, being wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this could be the role for you. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we're on a mission 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, preparing and serving fresh food to standard with care. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, gaining key life skills and making great friends, all while ensuring 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 buzzing environments, staying organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower 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
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our brand-new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holidays, 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 directly to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant and are at guests' discretion. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.