Hotel Kitchen - Team Leader

Premier Inn; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Bracknell is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to manage the kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and compliance with hygiene standards. You will lead a team, manage orders, and oversee food service in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in team management and a passion for culinary excellence. This role offers training opportunities and a clear career progression in the kitchen.

Benefits

Training and support

Apprenticeships available

Whitbread Benefits card

Company pension

Discounts on various services and shops

Qualifications

• Experience in leading a kitchen team and managing workflow.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards is required.
• Ability to adapt and step into leadership roles as needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations including food ordering and stock control.
• Lead the kitchen team during service to ensure smooth workflow.
• Prepare and serve food according to menu specifications.

Skills

Team management

Food safety standards

Cooking skills

Stock control

Education

Nationally-recognised qualification in culinary arts

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Bracknell Central Premier Inn

Join our team at Bracknell Central Premier Inn 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 £14.01 per hour

Hours

20 hours per week

Fixed Term – until 26/02/2026

Location

Wokingham Road, Berkshire, RG42 1NA

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 savings scheme: 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.