Hotel Kitchen Team Leader

Premier Inn; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Basingstoke is looking for a Kitchen Team Leader to manage daily kitchen operations and lead the culinary team. You will ensure food quality, maintain hygiene standards, and handle stock control. Ideal for someone ready to progress their culinary career, this hands-on role offers opportunities for training and growth in the hospitality sector.

Benefits

Up to 60% off hotel rooms

25% off meals

Pension and saving schemes

Apprenticeships available

Qualifications

• Experience in managing a kitchen environment.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to lead and develop a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and team workflow effectively.
• Maintain food quality and meet hygiene standards.
• Oversee stock control and food ordering.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety standards

Team leadership

Stock control

Education

Professional kitchen training

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Basingstoke Town Centre Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Basingstoke Town Centre 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.

Details

• Pay rate: Up to £13.81 per hour
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Location: Basingstoke Town Centre Premier Inn – Victoria St, Basingstoke, RG21 3BT

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

• 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.