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

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Kitchen Team Member and be part of a vibrant team dedicated to serving fresh, delicious food. This role offers the chance to develop key life skills while working in a buzzing environment filled with diverse personalities. Enjoy flexible hours, free meals on shift, and a supportive atmosphere that fosters growth and inclusivity. With a commitment to exceptional service and a family-friendly policy, this opportunity is perfect for those passionate about food and teamwork. Embrace your individuality and contribute to a culture that celebrates differences.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to 30% of earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside of work

Industry-leading family-friendly policy

New uniform provided

Exclusive menu experiences

Recognition programs

Pension schemes and holiday benefits

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for fresh food; no microwaves or heat lamps used.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, buzzing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to standard with care.
• Support a positive, inclusive work environment.

Skills

Passion for fresh food

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Teamwork

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kitchen team member - Paid Training Before Opening (Hiring Immediately), Crawley, West Sussex

Client: wagamama

Location: Crawley, West Sussex, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

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 in 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 — we call it be you, be wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for 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 play a key role in preparing and serving our 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 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; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• enjoy buzzing environments, staying organized, and paying excellent attention to detail
• foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others through training and growth opportunities

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 to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• New uniform provided for each shift
• First to experience our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

We also 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 are at guests’ discretion and are not guaranteed wages or considered part of salary.