Hotel Kitchen Team Leader

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

Job summary

A leading hospitality chain in Bridgwater is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to manage kitchen operations and team members. This hands-on role involves food ordering, cooking, and ensuring hygiene standards are met, while also providing training support. Ideal candidates will have experience in kitchen management and leadership skills. Competitive pay and opportunities for professional growth are offered in this role.

Benefits

Training and support

Apprenticeships available

Discounts on rooms and meals

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management or similar roles.
• Ability to lead a team and manage shifts.
• Strong understanding of food safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations, including staff and food orders.
• Prepare and cook menu items following specifications.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Train and support new team members.

Skills

Food ordering

Team leadership

Hygiene standards

Cooking

Stock control

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Bridgwater Gateway (M5, J24) – Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Bridgwater Gateway (M5, J24) 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 £13.36 per hour

HOURS: 35 hours per week

LOCATION: Premier Inn Bridgwater Gateway (M5, J24)
Poplar Court, North Petherton, Bridgwater, TA6 6ZG

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.