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

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a Kitchen Team Member at a vibrant restaurant chain. Join a diverse team dedicated to preparing fresh, high-quality dishes without the use of microwaves or heat lamps. This role offers a chance to develop key life skills while working in a supportive environment that values individuality and inclusivity. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and numerous perks, including a family-friendly policy and recognition programs. With recruitment days coming up, now is the perfect time to apply and be part of a community that nourishes from bowl to soul.

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Clean uniform provided

Try new menus first

Recognition program

Pension schemes and discounts

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and exceptional dishes.
• Ability to work in a buzzing environment with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care.
• Ensure guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

Skills

Fresh Food Preparation

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Education

No specific education required

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Bradford, 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, so wait no longer and 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 appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're looking to start a career in the kitchen or just seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this could be the role for you. With over 165 restaurants and growing in the UK and Ireland, we’re on a mission to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a kitchen team member at wagamama, you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving fresh food to standard with care. Working alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills and make great friends, all while ensuring our guests receive delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• Have a genuine passion for fresh food, as we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• Enjoy buzzing environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and empower others through training and growth opportunities

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay plus a share of tips
• Access up to 30% of your earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work to treat friends and family
• An industry-leading family-friendly policy (expectant or adopting parents receive 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay)
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties throughout the year with VIP guests
• Nationwide recognition as a 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 and are at guests' discretion; they are not considered wages, nor are they guaranteed.