Line Cook

Job Details: Job Location: VA

• Clarendon
• Arlington, VA, Salary Range: $16.50 - $18.00, about wagamama from bowl to soul isn’t just how we serve food—it’s how we show up for our people at wagamama, every dish we make and every shift we work is guided by one belief: we can always be better today than we were yesterday. that’s kaizen in our heart we’re a place where your work has purpose, your voice matters, and your growth is taken seriously. where bold ideas are welcomed, effort is noticed, and learning never stops. you won’t just clock in—you’ll build skills, confidence, and a career alongside people who care deeply about what they do and who they do it with if you’re looking for more than a job—if you want to be part of something that feeds your future as much as it feeds our guests—this is your sign from bowl to soul, start your journey with wagamama and apply now about this role as a line cook, you’re at the heart of the kitchen. you’ll bring our menu to life by cooking dishes to order with precision, speed, and care. you play a key role in delivering the consistent, high-quality food that leaves every guest happy. what you’ll do food execution + culinary excellence prepare + cook menu items to wagamama recipes + standards execute dishes with confidence across stations including wok, ramen, fry, and teppan in an open kitchen environment ensure every dish is consistent in quality, taste, and presentation manage your station during service with speed, consistency, and cleanliness maintain strong attention to timing to support smooth service flow station management + kitchen operations set up, stock, and maintain your station before, during, and after service monitor ingredient levels + communicate restocking needs ensure all tools + equipment are used safely + effectively support opening + closing procedures to standard cleanliness + kitchen standards maintain a clean, organized, and hygienic station at all times clean as you go to support a safe + efficient kitchen follow wagamama standards for back-of-house cleanliness ensure all areas are properly cleaned and reset after service food safety follow all food safety, hygiene, and handling procedures ensure proper storage, labeling, and rotation of ingredients maintain temperature control + food safety standards during service comply with all local health + safety regulations team collaboration work closely with the kitchen team to deliver smooth, coordinated service communicate clearly + effectively during busy shifts support + coach newer team members when needed bring positive energy + a team-first mindset every day skills + qualifications experience working in a fast-paced kitchen environment preferred strong understanding of cooking techniques and kitchen operations ability to work under pressure while maintaining quality physical requirements ability to stand + move for extended periods of time able to lift, carry, and move items up to 50 lbs comfortable working in a warm, fast-paced kitchen environment ability to safely use kitchen equipment + tools benefits free family meal during shifts dining discounts for you, your friends, and your family medical, dental, vision, accident, and life insurance for full-time team members ongoing growth opportunities and a path for career progression Qualifications: