kitchen team member - Vibrant Multicultural Team Environment (Hiring Immediately)

JR United Kingdom; Bedford; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant multicultural team as a kitchen team member in Bedford, where you'll prepare fresh dishes and create memorable experiences for guests. This role offers flexible hours, biweekly pay, and a chance to develop key life skills while working alongside a diverse team. Enjoy perks like free food on shift, discounts for friends and family, and recognition as a nationwide wok star. If you're passionate about food and thrive in a buzzing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Biweekly pay plus tips

Access to earnings before payday

Flexible hours

Free food on shift

50% off for friends and family

Family-friendly policy

Uniform provided

Opportunity to try new menus

Recognition program

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for fresh food and cooking.
• Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive team environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Passion for fresh food

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Ability to foster a positive work environment

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kitchen team member - Vibrant Multicultural Team Environment (Hiring Immediately), Bedford

Client: wagamama

Location: Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

08.05.2025

Expiry Date:

22.06.2025

Job Description:

Kitchen team member | Part-time

At wagamama, we celebrate diversity and individuality. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role offers a chance to be part of a growing family of over 165 restaurants across the UK and Ireland, committed to nourishing from bowl to soul.

The role:

As a kitchen team member, you'll be essential in preparing and serving our fresh food to high standards, working with a talented team of over 100 nationalities. Not only will you develop key life skills, but you'll also build friendships while ensuring our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.

We'd love to hear from you if you:

• Want to provide exceptional dishes for our guests
• Have a genuine passion for fresh food, as we do not use microwaves or heat lamps
• Enjoy a buzzing environment, are organized, and attentive to detail
• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment and support others' growth

Wok’s in it for you:

• Biweekly pay plus tips
• Access up to 30% of earnings before payday with wagestream
• Flexible hours to support your side hustle
• Free food on shift and 50% off outside work for 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
• Opportunity to try new menus first
• Wagamama parties and VIP guest events
• Recognition as a nationwide wok star through our recognition 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 left at guests' discretion, and are not considered wages or guaranteed by the company.