Kitchen Porter

Role overview

Wagamama’s kitchens are built around fresh ingredients, made-to-order dishes, and a fast-moving team environment. In this kitchen porter position, you’ll play a key support role by keeping the back-of-house area clean, orderly, and ready for service so chefs can concentrate on preparing bold food.

Key duties

• Maintain a clean and tidy kitchen throughout service.
• Wash pots, pans, and other equipment so the cooking team can keep working efficiently.
• Top up cleaning products and let the team know when supplies are running low.
• Support the kitchen with simple preparation tasks when extra help is needed.
• Follow health and safety procedures to protect yourself and the wider team.

What makes someone a good fit

• A real enthusiasm for fresh food.
• Interest in developing into a wider kitchen team role over time.
• Comfort working in busy, energetic settings with strong organisational habits and attention to detail.
• A positive, inclusive approach that helps create a supportive environment for others.

Rewards and benefits

• A workplace culture that supports personal 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 wages early through Wagestream.
• 26 weeks of full pay and 13 weeks of half pay for new parents.
• 30% discount across other TRG brands, including Brunning & Price pubs, Barburrito, and more.
• Fresh, clean uniform supplied for each shift.
• Standard benefits such as pension, holiday entitlement, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure savings, discounted gym memberships, and long-service awards.

Additional information

The company is a Disability Confident employer and aims to provide an inclusive workplace where everyone has a place at the table.