Hotel Kitchen Team Leader

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

Job summary

A leading hotel chain is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run kitchen operations at their Newcastle Airport location. This role involves managing food ordering, ensuring hygiene standards, and leading the team through service. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cooking and the ability to lead a team, with opportunities for career advancement in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Training and support

Apprenticeships

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts on shops and utilities

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and leadership roles.
• Ability to manage team workflow and kitchen operations.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Own food ordering, stock control, and food cost management.
• Lead the team during service, ensuring smooth operations.
• Prepare and serve menu items according to specifications.
• Ensure kitchen meets health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Facilitate onboarding for new team members.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety and hygiene

Team management

Cooking skills

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Newcastle Airport Premier Inn Hotel

Join our team at Premier Inn Newcastle Airport 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.

Compensation

Pay rate: Up to £13.81 per hour

Hours

35 hours per week

Location

Newcastle Airport Premier Inn, Newcastle Airport Roundabout, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE20 9DB

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.