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

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a vibrant kitchen team member role in a renowned restaurant chain, set to open a new location soon. This position offers a chance to thrive in a lively environment, where individuality is celebrated, and fresh food is the star. You'll gain invaluable life skills and make lasting friendships while ensuring guests enjoy delightful meals. With flexible hours, generous benefits, and a commitment to inclusivity, this is the perfect place to start your culinary journey or side hustle. Join a community that values personality over perfection and be part of something special!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off outside of work

26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for parents

Uniform provided

Try new menus first

Recognition program

Gym memberships

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food; no microwaves or heat lamps used.
• Ability to promote a positive, inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Work alongside a talented, diverse team.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

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Posted:

08.05.2025

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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 individuality and diversity. We value personality over perfection — be you, be wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or looking for 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 alongside a talented, diverse team. You'll gain key life skills and make great friends, all 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, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

We’d love to hear from you

What’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay plus 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
• 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
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition program

We also offer pension schemes, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long-service awards.

Be you, be wagamama

Wagamama is proudly part of Disability Confident.

*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.