Kitchen Porter

Role overview

Wagamama’s kitchens are built around fresh ingredients, made-to-order dishes, and a fast-paced team environment. In this role, you’ll help keep the kitchen spotless, orderly, and running efficiently so the chefs can stay focused on preparing bold, flavourful food.

What you will do

• Maintain a clean and hygienic kitchen that is always ready for service.
• Wash pots, pans, and kitchen equipment to support the cooking team.
• Top up cleaning materials and report when supplies are running low.
• Support with simple food preparation tasks when required.
• Follow health, safety, and hygiene practices to protect yourself and your colleagues.

What makes you a good fit

This position suits someone who enjoys working with fresh food, thrives in lively environments, stays organised, and pays close attention to detail. It will also appeal to people who want to develop within a kitchen team and contribute to a supportive, inclusive workplace where training and personal growth are encouraged.

Benefits and perks

• Supportive culture focused on wellbeing, growth, and individuality.
• Pay every two weeks, plus a share of tips.
• Half-price meals for friends and family.
• Complimentary meals during your shift.
• Access to earned 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 and Barburrito.
• Fresh, clean uniform provided for each shift.
• Standard benefits also include a pension scheme, holiday entitlement, training, cycle-to-work support, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long-service awards.

Additional information

This is a full-time position based onsite in Leeds, England, United Kingdom. Wagamama is a Disability Confident employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, offering everyone a place at the table.