Hotel - Duty Manager - Torquay

Premier Inn; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Torquay is seeking a Duty Manager to lead a dedicated team in providing exceptional customer experiences. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership skills, preferably from a retail background, and will be responsible for the smooth operation of hotel services. This full-time role offers competitive pay and benefits, including discounts and a clear career progression path.

Benefits

Training and support

Discounts on hotel stays and meals

Pension and saving schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in retail or management leadership.
• Ability to deliver outstanding customer experiences.
• Proven leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a reliable, high-performing team.
• Ensure smooth running of the hotel.
• Oversee health & safety standards.

Skills

Leadership experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Hotel - Duty Manager - Torquay

Employer
Premier Inn

Location
Torquay, Devon

Salary
Competitive

Closing date
17 Nov 2025

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 Torquay Harbour Premier Inn. Working 37.5 hours per week, paying up to £13.36 per hour.

Duty Manager - Torquay Harbour Premier Inn

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

If you've got experience in retail or other jobs where you have successfully led people before, then this role is perfect as your next step in management.

We're looking for a dedicated professional who knows how to deliver outstanding customer experience and has the skills to inspire others.

Immediate start - with all leadership experience relevant.

• PAY RATE: Up to £13.36 per hour (day shift)
• CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent - we don't do zero hours contracts!
• HOURS: 37.5 hours a week
• LOCATION: The Terrace, Torquay TQ1 1DD

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 Torquay Harbour 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 our hotel. If you've led a team in a retail environment, you'll use your experience, excellent communication, and organisational skills to manage everything from health & safety standards to creating an exceptional guest experience.