Hotel Kitchen - Team Leader

Whitbread; Gloucester; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hotel chain as a Kitchen Team Leader at Premier Inn Gloucester (Quayside). In this hands-on role, you will manage kitchen operations, oversee food quality and hygiene compliance, and have the opportunity to progress to more senior chef positions. Enjoy guaranteed hours, comprehensive training, and a host of additional benefits.

Benefits

Up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms

25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants

Pension and savings schemes

Training and support for career development

Apprenticeships available at any age

Savings on shopping, utilities, travel, and cinema

Qualifications

• Aspiring to become Head Chef; managing kitchen operations.
• Experience in leading teams and ensuring food safety.
• Ability to multitask during busy service times.

Responsibilities

• Manage food ordering, stock control, and costs.
• Lead the kitchen team during service and ensure workflow.
• Ensure health, safety, and hygiene standards are met.

Skills

Leadership

Food Management

Hygiene Compliance

Education

Nationally-recognised qualification (via apprenticeships)

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Gloucester (Quayside) – Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Gloucester (Quayside) as a Kitchen Team Leader and advance your Chef career. You’ll manage the kitchen daily – overseeing rotas, ordering food, leading during busy services, and maintaining audit standards. Working closely with your Hotel Manager, you’ll own the kitchen operations, from food quality to hygiene compliance. This hands-on leadership role is ideal for those aspiring to become Head Chefs.

PAY RATE: Up to £13.81 per hour

HOURS: 30 hours per week – guaranteed hours to help plan your week

LOCATION: Premier Inn Gloucester (Quayside), Bakers Quay, St Ann Way, Gloucester GL1 5BQ

Why you’ll love it here:

• Training and support: User-friendly equipment and comprehensive training to develop your career in our kitchens.

• Apprenticeships: Available at any age, allowing you to learn while earning and gain a nationally-recognised qualification.

• Whitbread Benefits card: Up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants.

• Pension and savings schemes: Company pension and Save As You Earn scheme.

• Discounts: Savings on shopping, utilities, travel, cinema, and supermarkets.

What you’ll do:

• Manage food ordering, stock control, and food costs for the hotel.

• Lead during service – organizing the team, managing workflow, and ensuring smooth operations.

• Prepare, cook, and serve menu items to standard, from breakfast classics to pub favorites.

• Ensure health, safety, and hygiene standards are met, keeping the team trained and records updated.

• Step up when needed – running shifts and supporting new team members.

• Learn kitchen management skills to prepare for more senior roles and grow your career with us.