I applied through other source. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at wagamama (Manchester, England) in Oct 2025
Interview
You apply and complete an online assessment. If successful, you’ll receive a phone call from the manager for a short chat. They will then invite you to a two hour trial shift.
1-1 casual asking why and what do you bring to the table. Asking availability if i can do 30 hours plus a week. Gave me a trial shift to see how i do on multiple roles for one hour and got a coupon after my trail shifty for a free meal
They took a trial shift i showed my dedication
they expect Communication is the key, a simple question of how to deal with guests, how to upsell, and being friendly
It starts off with general interview questions and going through your CV. You then do a 'discovery session' where you experience difference roles you do as part of front of house- bar, floor