Team Member

About the Role

Tortilla Mexican Grill plc is hiring a Team Member for their Bluewater location on a permanent full-time basis with part-time options available. The role offers a competitive hourly wage of £12.71, paid bi-weekly.

Benefits

• Complimentary meals during shifts
• Engaging social gatherings and a dedicated entertainment budget for staff
• More manageable and sociable working hours compared to many other restaurant chains
• A generous 50% discount extended to friends and family
• A positive workplace environment, with 98% of employees enjoying their daily work experience
• Attractive discounts on various products and services including cinema tickets, Apple devices, holidays, and retail shops through Perkbox
• Access to wellbeing resources such as free counseling services and advice on financial and legal matters

Career Progression

• Clearly structured pathway toward Shift Leader roles and further advancement
• Opportunities for personal growth and development, evidenced by a third of head office staff having begun their careers in-store
• Chance to earn professional qualifications via an Apprenticeship program

Candidate Profile

The ideal Team Member is enthusiastic, approachable, and eager to learn. Previous experience in the hospitality sector—such as working in bars, restaurants, hotels, coffee shops, or fast food chains—is beneficial but not mandatory. Key attributes include a cheerful disposition and the ability to contribute to a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

For candidates interested in kitchen roles such as Pot Washer, Kitchen Porter, Kitchen Assistant, Prep Chef, Commis Chef, or Line Chef, there is an opportunity to work behind the scenes preparing fresh ingredients and recipes, while also potentially cross-training in customer service. A passion for high-quality, fresh food reflecting the company’s #eatfresh philosophy is essential.

About Tortilla

With over 60 outlets, Tortilla is dedicated to serving authentic Californian Mexican cuisine using only fresh ingredients—without any freezers on site. The company is actively growing throughout the UK and internationally, providing significant career opportunities. The workplace culture emphasizes diversity, inclusion, and community spirit, reinforced by social events and entertainment resources fostering a family-like environment.