kitchen team member - Diverse, Inclusive Culinary Environment (Hiring Immediately)

Wagamama; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and inclusive kitchen team where individuality is celebrated! As a Kitchen Team Member, you'll prepare fresh, high-quality dishes in a lively environment, making great friends along the way. This role offers flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a range of exciting perks, including free meals during shifts and discounts for friends and family. With a commitment to personal growth and a supportive atmosphere, this position is perfect for those looking to start a rewarding career in the culinary world. Be part of a team that values personality over perfection and nourishes from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Meals Outside of Work

Family-Friendly Policy

Fresh Uniform Provided

New Menu Tastings

Recognition Program

Pension Schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for preparing and serving fresh food without microwaves.
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards in a busy kitchen.
• Support team members through training and personal growth.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

Job description

Job Description

Kitchen Team Member | Part Time

For over three decades, we have celebrated individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection – we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're looking to start 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 from bowl to soul.

The Role |

As a Kitchen Team Member at wagamama, you'll play a vital role in our kitchen, preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards with care. You'll work alongside a talented team representing over 100 nationalities. Not only will you gain key life skills, but you'll also make great friends, all while ensuring 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 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 the 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 (expectant individuals or those adopting a child receive 26 weeks full pay plus 13 weeks half pay)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer benefits such as pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work schemes, retail and leisure discounts, discounted 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.