kitchen team member - Paid Training Before Opening (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic kitchen team members to join their vibrant community. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse team while preparing fresh, high-quality dishes. With paid training starting soon, you'll be fully equipped to thrive in a lively kitchen environment. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals on shift, and a range of perks including a family-friendly policy and gym memberships. Join a company that values personality and fosters growth, making it the perfect place to start your culinary career.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

New menu tastings

Recognition program

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and a desire to provide exceptional dishes.
• Ability to work in a lively environment and support team growth.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Ensure guests enjoy delicious food in a positive environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

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kitchen team member - Paid Training Before Opening (Hiring Immediately), Bedford

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bedford, United Kingdom

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:

wagamama Cotswolds Designer Outlet is opening in July 2025!

We will be facilitating recruitment days on 21st of May 2025 and 4th of June 2025. Apply today to receive your invite and join our community!

Paid training will start from early June so you will be fully trained when we open our doors in July!

Kitchen team member | Full time

At wagamama, we celebrate differences and value personality over perfection. Whether you're looking to start a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might 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 play a key role in preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards. Working with a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain valuable life skills and make great friends 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, are organized, and attentive to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay + share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours supporting your side hustle
• Free food on shift from our menu + 50% off outside of work
• 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
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition program

Additionally, we offer pension schemes, holiday, 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.

*100% of tips go to our teams. Tips vary by restaurant. Tips are discretionary and not considered wages.