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

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a renowned dining establishment as a kitchen team member. This role is perfect for those passionate about fresh food and teamwork. You'll be part of a diverse team, honing your skills in a vibrant kitchen environment. Enjoy benefits like flexible hours, free meals during shifts, and a supportive atmosphere that fosters growth. Join a community that values personality over perfection and be part of a mission to nourish from bowl to soul. If you're ready to make a difference and thrive in a buzzing environment, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Biweekly pay + share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off food outside of work

Family-friendly policy

Clean uniform provided

New menu tastings

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Skills in preparing and serving fresh food to standard.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

Passion for Fresh Food

Job description

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

Client:

wagamama

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

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 from early June, so you will be fully trained when we open 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 could be the role for you. With over 165 restaurants across 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 preparing and serving our fresh food to standard with care. You'll work alongside a talented team of over 100 nationalities, gaining key life skills and making 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; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• enjoy buzzing environments, stay organized, and have 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 (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 with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a wok star through our recognition programme

We also offer pension schemes, holiday entitlement, 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, are at guests' discretion, and are not guaranteed wages.