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

JR United Kingdom; Woking; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant kitchen team at a leading restaurant chain, where individuality and diversity are celebrated. As a kitchen team member, you'll prepare delicious dishes while working alongside a diverse group of colleagues. Enjoy biweekly pay, flexible hours, and free meals during shifts. With extensive training and support, this role is perfect for those starting their culinary journey or seeking a vibrant side hustle. Experience a rewarding environment that values your contributions, offers industry-leading family-friendly policies, and recognizes your efforts as a 'wok star'. Don't miss this chance to be part of a dynamic team!

Benefits

Biweekly Pay

Access to Earnings Before Payday

Flexible Hours

Free Food on Shift

50% Off Outside Work

Uniform Provided

Pension Scheme

Holiday Pay

Cycle to Work Scheme

Gym Memberships

Qualifications

• Seeking individuals passionate about fresh food and teamwork.
• No formal education required, just a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Passion for Fresh Food

Organizational Skills

Education

No formal education required

Job description

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Client:

wagamama

Location:

woking, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

4

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 May 2025 and 4th June 2025, so 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 — 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 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 our kitchen, preparing and serving fresh food to our high standards. You'll work with a diverse 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 passion for fresh food; we don’t use microwaves or heat lamps in our kitchens
• 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

What’s in it for you |

• Biweekly pay plus a 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 policies (26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents)
• Uniform provided for each shift
• Be among the first to try our new menus
• Wagamama parties with VIP guests throughout the year
• Nationwide recognition as a 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 proudly participates in 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.