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

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a vibrant kitchen team member role in an established restaurant chain. Join a diverse team and prepare fresh, quality dishes while enjoying flexible hours and paid training. This role not only offers a chance to develop key life skills but also provides a supportive and inclusive work environment. Benefit from biweekly pay, generous discounts, and a family-friendly policy, making it perfect for those looking to grow their culinary career or simply enjoy a lively work atmosphere. Don't miss the chance to be part of a community that values personality over perfection!

Benefits

Biweekly pay and share of tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off meals outside work

Family-friendly policy

Fresh uniform provided

First access to new menus

Recognition programme

Pension schemes

Qualifications

• Passion for fresh food and cooking without microwaves.
• Ability to work in a diverse team and foster a positive environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve fresh food to high standards.
• Ensure guests receive delicious meals with care.

Skills

Fresh Food Preparation

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Organizational Skills

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

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

Wakefield, 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 of May 2025 and 4th of June 2025, so wait no longer and 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 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 seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role might be for you. With over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, we aim to nourish from bowl to soul.

The role |

As a kitchen team member at wagamama, you'll play a key role in our kitchen, preparing and serving fresh food to standard with care. Working alongside a diverse team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills and build great friendships, 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
• enjoy lively environments, staying organized with excellent attention to detail
• foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others’ growth through training

We’d love to hear from you

Wok’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay and 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 from our menu, plus 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
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift
• First to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition programme

In addition, we offer pension schemes, holiday leave, 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.