Duty Manager - Christchurch

Premier Inn; Hurn; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable hotel chain is seeking a Duty Manager for their Christchurch hotel. The successful candidate will lead a team to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for guests. Key responsibilities include managing operations, health & safety, and delivering exceptional customer service. Candidates should have proven leadership experience, particularly in a retail setting, with strong communication and organizational skills. This permanent position offers competitive pay and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts on shops and utilities

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills managing a team.
• Experience in ensuring health & safety standards.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the hotel operations as a Duty Manager.
• Ensure exceptional guest experience.
• Lead and support the hotel team.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Health & Safety standards knowledge

Education

Experience in a retail environment

Job description

Duty Manager - Christchurch

Employer: Premier Inn

Location: Christchurch, Dorset

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: 19 Jan 2026

Sector: Restaurant, Catering & Hospitality jobs, Restaurant Manager, Commercial Leisure, Attractions & Entertainment jobs, Duty Manager

Job Type: Contract

Job Details

We're currently recruiting in our Christchurch West Premier Inn Hotel. Working 13.36 hours per week, paying up to £13.36 per hour.

Duty Manager - Premier Inn

Come and be a Duty Manager at Premier Inn in Christchurch. Lead our dream team to make sure every aspect of our famous hotel experience is welcoming, safe, and brilliant.

Immediate start - with all leadership experience relevant.

PAY RATE: Up to £XX.XX per hour (day shift)

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent – we don't do zero‑hours contracts!

HOURS: X hours a week

LOCATION: State the full address of the hotel here.

Why you'll love it here

• Training and support: At Premier Inn we do careers worth staying for, so from day one you’ll receive a warm welcome and learn our simple administration system that will make your job easier. Plus, there's a clear career path within our business to help you grow.
• Whitbread Benefits Card: Enjoy up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in all Whitbread Restaurants.
• Pension and saving schemes: Take advantage of our company pension and save‑as‑you‑earn scheme.
• Discounts: Get discounts on shops, utility bills, travel, cinema trips, supermarkets, and more.

What you'll do

Join our team at Christchurch Premier Inn as a Duty Manager, where your proven leadership skills will be put to use managing a reliable, high‑performing team that ensures the smooth running of the hotel. You will manage everything from health & safety standards to creating an exceptional guest experience. The ideal candidate will have experience leading a team in a retail environment, excellent communication, and organisational skills.