kitchen team member (Hiring Immediately)

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

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team at a forward-thinking company, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. As a kitchen team member, you'll play a crucial role in preparing fresh dishes in a lively environment. This full-time position offers flexible hours, biweekly pay, and numerous benefits, including free meals and a supportive workplace culture. If you're passionate about food and enjoy working with a diverse team, this role is a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills and make a difference in a dynamic setting.

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 schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and attention to detail are essential.
• Teamwork and a positive attitude are key to success.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to detail

Passion for fresh food

Teamwork

Education

No formal education required

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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, valuing personality over perfection. Whether you're starting 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 vital in preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards, working alongside a diverse team of over 100 nationalities. You'll develop key life skills, make friends, and ensure our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Want to deliver exceptional dishes to guests
• Have a passion for fresh food; we avoid microwaves and heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized with great attention to detail
• Support a positive, inclusive workplace and encourage growth through training

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday via wagestream
• Flexible hours for side pursuits
• Free shift meals from our menu and 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
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additional benefits include 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.

*Tips are 100% for our teams; amounts vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary, not considered wages, and are not guaranteed.