Kitchen Porter

Role overview

Wagamama is built around fresh, made-to-order food and high-quality ingredients. In this role, you will be the steady support behind the kitchen, helping maintain a tidy, organised, and efficient workspace so chefs can stay focused on delivering bold dishes.

What you will do

• Keep the kitchen clean, orderly, and ready for service at all times.
• Wash pots, pans, utensils, and other equipment so the cooking team can keep moving.
• Replenish cleaning products and let the team know when supplies are running low.
• Assist with simple preparation tasks whenever extra help is needed.
• Work in line with health and safety standards to protect yourself and the wider team.

What the role suits

• People with a real interest in fresh food and kitchen operations.
• Those who want to develop into a broader kitchen team role over time.
• Candidates who enjoy lively settings, staying organised, and paying close attention to detail.
• People who contribute to a supportive, inclusive workplace and value learning and personal development.

Benefits

• A workplace culture that supports growth, wellbeing, and individuality.
• Pay every two weeks plus a share of tips.
• 50% discount for friends and family.
• Complimentary meals during shifts.
• Access to earned pay early through Wagestream.
• 26 weeks at full pay and 13 weeks at half pay for new parents.
• 30% discount across other TRG brands, including Brunning & Price pubs and Barburrito.
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for every shift.
• Standard benefits also include a pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work scheme, retail and leisure savings, discounted gym memberships, and long-service awards.

Additional information

Wagamama welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and is a Disability Confident employer. Everyone is offered an equal place at the table.