Hotel Kitchen - Team Leader

Premier Inn; Bagshot; On-site; GBP 22,500 - 27,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support

Apprenticeships

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts on utilities and travel

Job summary

Premier Inn is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader in Bagshot to oversee kitchen operations and lead the culinary team. This hands-on role involves managing food ordering, ensuring hygiene standards, and supporting staff development.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a kitchen environment, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to maintaining quality service. The role offers a competitive salary and numerous benefits designed to support your career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment.
• Strong leadership skills to manage a team effectively.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations and team workflow.
• Oversee food ordering and stock control.
• Ensure kitchen meets health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Food Safety and Hygiene

Team Management

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Bagshot Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Bagshot as a Kitchen Team Leader and move your Chef career forward. You’ll run the kitchen day to day – managing rotas, placing food orders, leading the team through busy services, and keeping everything audit-ready. Working closely with your Hotel Manager, you’ll take full ownership of the kitchen – from food quality to hygiene. It’s a hands‑on leadership role that’s perfect for anyone ready to build the skills to become a Head Chef.

PAY RATE

Up to £14.31 per hour

HOURS

30 hours per week

LOCATION

1 London Road, Bagshot, Surrey
GU19 5HR

Why you’ll love it here:

• Training and support: We’ve got user-friendly equipment that will make your shift easier from the start and the training that’ll give you a real career path in our kitchens.
• Apprenticeships: We offer them at any age, so learn while you earn and get a nationally‑recognised qualification for your skills.
• Whitbread Benefits card: Enjoy up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants.
• Pension and saving schemes: Company pension and save as you earn scheme.
• Discounts: Get money off shops, your utility bills, travel, cinema trips, supermarkets and more.

What you’ll do:

Join our team at Premier Inn Bagshot as a Kitchen Team Leader and take the next step in your Chef career. You’ll get the keys to our kitchen to grow your team, create our much‑loved meals and make your mark as part of the UK’s leading hospitality business, Whitbread.

• Own food ordering, stock control and keeping food costs on track for the entire hotel.
• Take the lead during service – organising the team, managing workflow, and ensuring everything runs smoothly.
• Prepare, cook, and serve our menu to spec – from legendary Premier Inn breakfasts to pub classics.
• Make sure the kitchen always meets health, safety and hygiene standards – keeping the team trained and records up to date.
• Step up when needed – running shifts and helping new team members settle in.
• Learn the ins and outs of kitchen management so you’re ready to take on more senior roles as you grow your career with us.