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

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic kitchen team members to join their vibrant team in Edinburgh. This exciting role offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment, preparing fresh dishes with care and precision. With a commitment to inclusivity and personal growth, you'll develop essential life skills while making lasting friendships. Enjoy flexible hours, free food during shifts, and a supportive work culture that values your contributions. If you're passionate about food and teamwork, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access up to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Fresh uniform provided

Wagamama parties with VIP guests

Pension schemes

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care.
• Work with a diverse team to ensure guests receive delicious food.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Time Management

Passion for Fresh Food

Education

No formal education required

Job description

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

edinburgh, 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 May 2025 and 4th 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 in July!

Kitchen team member | full-time

At wagamama, we celebrate difference and appreciate personality over perfection — we call it be you, be wagamama. 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, you'll play a key role in preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. Working with a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills and make great friends, ensuring our guests receive 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 a buzzing environment, stay organized, and have excellent attention 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 to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift — anything from our menu! Plus 50% off outside of work for friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• Be the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

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. Tips are not considered wages and are not guaranteed.