Kitchen Porter

Role overview

At wagamama, food is at the heart of everything. The kitchen is built around fresh ingredients, dishes cooked to order, and a fast-moving team environment. In this role, you help keep the kitchen clean, organised, and working efficiently so chefs can stay focused on delivering great food.

Key duties

• Maintain a clean, tidy, and ready-to-use kitchen throughout the shift.
• Wash pots, pans, and other equipment so the cooking team can keep service moving.
• Replenish cleaning materials and highlight when supplies are getting low.
• Support with simple food preparation tasks when required.
• Follow health, safety, and hygiene rules to protect yourself and your colleagues.

What we’re looking for

• Someone with a real interest in fresh food.
• A person who wants to develop into a wider kitchen team role over time.
• Comfort working in a lively environment while staying organised and detail-focused.
• A positive team player who helps create an inclusive workplace and supports others’ growth through learning and training.

Benefits

• Supportive culture focused on 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 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 supplied for every shift.
• Standard company benefits including pension, holiday entitlement, training, cycle to work scheme, retail and leisure discounts, discounted gym memberships, and long service awards.

Additional information

This is a full-time, on-site role in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. The organisation also states that it is a Disability Confident employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds.