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

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as a kitchen team member at a vibrant restaurant opening soon in Lincoln. This role offers a chance to work in a lively environment, preparing fresh dishes without the use of microwaves or heat lamps. You'll be part of a diverse team, gaining key life skills and making lasting friendships while ensuring guests enjoy delicious meals. With flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a host of benefits including free food on shift and generous parental leave, this position is perfect for those looking to kickstart a career in the culinary world or seeking a fulfilling side hustle.

Benefits

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Biweekly pay plus tips

Flexible hours

Uniform provided

Pension scheme

Holiday pay

Cycle-to-work scheme

Gym memberships

Long service awards

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and providing exceptional dishes.
• Ability to work in a lively environment and stay organized.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Support a positive and inclusive work environment.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

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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, so apply today to receive your invite and join our community!

Paid training will start from early June, ensuring you're fully trained when we open in July!

Kitchen team member | Full-time

Celebrating individuality, wagamama values 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 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 vital role in preparing and serving fresh food to our standards, working alongside a diverse team of over 100 nationalities. You'll gain key life skills and make great friends while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

If you...

• Want to provide exceptional dishes for guests
• Have a passion for fresh food; we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay plus tips share
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours supporting your side hustle
• Free food on shift (anything from our menu) and 50% off outside work to treat friends and family
• Industry-leading family-friendly policy: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Early access to new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our program

Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle-to-work scheme, 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, are at guest discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.