kitchen team member (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a kitchen team member to join their vibrant team in Leeds. This full-time role offers the opportunity to work in a lively environment, preparing fresh dishes and ensuring guests enjoy a delightful dining experience. With a focus on individuality and teamwork, you will gain valuable life skills while contributing to a positive workplace culture. Enjoy perks like flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and a generous family-friendly policy. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside work

Family-friendly policy

New uniforms provided

Exclusive menu tastings

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passionate about providing exceptional dishes and fresh food.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food with care and to standard.
• Work alongside a diverse team to ensure guest satisfaction.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Organization

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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kitchen team member (Hiring Immediately), leeds, west yorkshire

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

leeds, west yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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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 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 role could be for you. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, our mission is to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a kitchen team member at wagamama, you'll be essential in our kitchen, preparing and serving fresh food with care and to standard. You'll work alongside a diverse team of 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 in our kitchens
• Enjoy lively environments, stay organized, and have excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth through training and development

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before pay day with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside work to treat friends & family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting persons)
• New uniforms provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer standard benefits such as pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work schemes, retail & 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 to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant, are at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages or considered part of salary.