Hotel Kitchen Team Leader

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

Job summary

A leading hotel chain is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader in Haywards Heath. In this hands-on leadership role, you will manage day-to-day kitchen operations and ensure high standards of food quality and hygiene. Ideal candidates will have experience in kitchen management and be ready to develop their culinary skills further. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for career growth within the company.

Benefits

Training and support

Apprenticeships available

Discounts on hotel stays

Pension scheme

Savings schemes

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management or cooking roles is essential.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to lead a team and organize workflow.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations, including food ordering and stock control.
• Lead the kitchen team during busy service periods.
• Ensure health and safety standards are maintained.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety and hygiene

Team leadership

Stock control

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Haywards Heath Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Haywards Heath 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 £13.81 per hour

HOURS

30 hours per week

LOCATION

Haywards Heath Premier Inn
38 Perrymount Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3DN

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.