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kitchen team member - Celebrates individuality and diversity (Hiring Immediately), Portsmouth, Hampshire
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Client:
wagamama
Location:
Portsmouth, Hampshire, 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:
Kitchen Team Member | Full-time
At wagamama, we celebrate individuality and diversity. We appreciate personality over perfection—it's all about being you, being wagamama. Whether you're starting a career in the kitchen or seeking a wok-inspired side hustle, this role could 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 our kitchen, preparing and serving fresh food to high standards with care. Working with a talented team of over 100 nationalities, you'll gain key life skills, make great friends, and ensure our guests enjoy delicious food the wagamama way.
Responsibilities include:
* Providing exceptional dishes for our guests
* Working with fresh ingredients without microwaves or heat lamps
* Maintaining an organised, buzzing environment with excellent attention to detail
* Fostering a positive, inclusive work environment and supporting others' growth
What we’re looking for:
* A passion for fresh food and delivering great service
* Enjoyment of dynamic, energetic environments
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
* Ability to promote inclusivity and teamwork
Benefits:
* Biweekly pay plus tips (100% of tips go to the team)
* Access up to 30% of earnings early via wagestream
* Flexible hours to support side activities
* Free on-shift food and 50% off outside work
* 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 and VIP guest events
* Recognition as a nationwide wok star
Additional benefits include pension scheme, holiday, training, cycle to work, retail and leisure discounts, gym memberships, and long service awards.
Be you, be wagamama
Wagamama is proudly part of the Disability Confident scheme.
*Tips are left at guests' discretion and are not guaranteed wages. All tips go directly to our teams; amounts vary by restaurant.
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