kitchen team member - Diverse Team Environment (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team as a kitchen team member at a renowned restaurant chain. This full-time role offers the chance to work with fresh ingredients in a lively environment, providing exceptional dishes while fostering a supportive culture. Enjoy flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a range of benefits including free meals, discounts, and a family-friendly policy. Be part of a diverse team where individuality is celebrated and every contribution is valued. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work for friends and family

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Uniform provided

Access to new menus

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and cooking.
• Ability to work in a diverse team environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

Education

No formal education required

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

derby, United Kingdom

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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection—be you, be wagamama. 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, our mission is to nourish everyone 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 with care. You'll work with a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, gaining valuable 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 with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others’ growth through training

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 food on shift and 50% off outside work for 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
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proud to be 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 wages and are not guaranteed.