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

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you at a new restaurant in Birmingham! As a kitchen team member, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional dishes in a lively and inclusive environment. With paid training and flexible hours, you’ll not only develop key life skills but also enjoy perks like free meals and discounts. Join a passionate team dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences while being part of a vibrant community. If you love fresh food and thrive in dynamic settings, this role is perfect for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Flexible hours

Free on-shift food

50% discount outside of work

Uniform provided

Recognition programs

Pension schemes

Holiday entitlement

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in fresh food without microwaves or heat lamps.
• Ability to foster a positive and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Contribute to a vibrant dining experience with a diverse team.

Skills

Passion for food

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to work in a team

Job description

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

Join the wagamama team at our new location in Birmingham, UK, opening in July 2025! We are hosting recruitment days on 21st May and 4th June 2025. Apply now to receive your invitation and become part of our community.

Paid training will commence in early June, ensuring you're fully prepared when we open our doors.

About the Role

As a kitchen team member, you'll play a vital role in preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards, working alongside a diverse team of over 100 nationalities. This role offers the chance to develop key life skills, make friends, and contribute to a vibrant dining experience.

Who We're Looking For

• Passionate about providing exceptional dishes
• Genuine interest in fresh food; we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, are organized, and attentive to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support personal growth

Benefits

• Biweekly pay plus tips (100% of tips go to the team)
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with Wagestream
• Flexible hours to support side interests
• Free on-shift food and 50% discount outside of work
• Family-friendly policies, including 26 weeks full pay and 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition programs like 'Wagamama Star'

Additional benefits include pension schemes, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work schemes, discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.

Join Us

Be yourself and be wagamama. We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme.

*Tips are at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages. All tips go directly to our teams.