kitchen team member - Diverse Team Environment (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic kitchen team at a well-known restaurant chain, where diversity and individuality are celebrated. As a kitchen team member, you will play a vital role in preparing fresh dishes while working alongside a talented team from diverse backgrounds. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and numerous perks, including free meals and a family-friendly policy. This is an exciting opportunity to develop key life skills and make lasting friendships in a lively environment. If you are passionate about food and eager to contribute to a positive workplace, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free shift meals

50% off meals outside work

26 weeks full pay for parents

Uniform provided

Early access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Ensure a positive and inclusive workplace.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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kitchen team member - Diverse Team Environment (Hiring Immediately), Chelmsford

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Chelmsford

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

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Job Description:

Kitchen team member | full time

At wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might be perfect 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 be essential in preparing and serving our fresh food to high standards. You'll work with a talented team from over 100 nationalities, gaining key life skills and making 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 passion for fresh food; we don't use microwaves or heat lamps
• enjoy lively environments, staying organized and attentive to detail
• promote a positive, inclusive workplace and support others' growth

We’d love to hear from you

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 shift meals from our menu, plus 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure 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. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages or guaranteed.