london | hybrid 3 days a week at london hq| 30,000 - 32,000 salary + 10% bonus |
at wagamama, food is life 🥢 and we’re here to make every bite count. with over 165 restaurants across the UK (and growing fast) we’ve been dishing up vibrant, fresh asian inspired flavours since ‘92. it’s all about good food, good vibes, and good company
were looking for a technical assistant to join us on our journey ready to dive in and stir things up?
what we need
a technical assistant to manage the co-ordination + completion of activities in relation to supporting food technical managers on food safety + quality + integrity + sustainability + allergen + nutrition control
what you'll do
- support food technical team with daily tasks
- manage supply chain complaints - prepare reports, communicate with suppliers, follow up corrective action, complete closing out process
- support food technical team with daily administration and maintenance of all technical and compliance related data
- surveillance testing, liaison with laboratories, managing sample requests for lab testing
- assessing product specifications and raw material information to determine correct + accurate information, updating as required
- represent and promote technical integrity
- complete new lines process across the brands
- complete and collate accurate technical compliance reports
- support with allergen and nutritional data verification
what you'll need
- a degree qualification in food science and nutrition or related discipline - preferred
- minimum one year in technical assistant role in the industry
- competence and good knowledge of ingredient specifications and legal compliance
- haccp level 2 minimum
- knowledge + understanding of food safety gfsi accreditation standards scheme
- sound knowledge + understanding of allergen management + nutritional regulations
- awareness of industry’s sustainability and welfare standards
- experience of working with horizon scanning + finn + rasff
- experience of working with digital information management platforms
- good communicator with strong interpersonal skills
- strong it skills, specifically excel + databases
- strong organisational skills + planning + prioritising + self-motivating + team player
what’s in it for you
- come as you are culture, with modern offices, fresh fruit and soft drinks
- £200 monthly wagamama food allowance — enjoy all your favourite dishes on us!
- private healthcare for family
- + further discounts across retail, hospitality & leisure — perks that make life sweeter
- Supporting you every step of the way! family-friendly pay: 26 weeks full pay + 13 weeks half pay for expectant or adopting parents
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Technical Assistant in London employer: wagamama
Wagamama is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of its team members, offering a vibrant work culture where individuality is celebrated. As a Front of House Manager, you will enjoy benefits such as a generous annual bonus, biweekly pay, and free meals on shift, all while leading a passionate team dedicated to delivering unforgettable guest experiences. With a strong focus on training and development, Wagamama empowers you to nurture your team's potential in a supportive environment that values fresh ingredients and great service.
