Hotel Kitchen Team Leader

Premier Inn; Llandudno Junction; On-site; GBP 16,263 - 23,163; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support

Apprenticeships

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts on various services

Job summary

Premier Inn in Llandudno (Glan‑Conwy) is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to oversee kitchen operations and lead the culinary team. You will manage food ordering, stock control, and ensure food safety standards while supporting team members during busy service periods.

This role is tailored for those looking to advance their culinary careers under supportive management, providing hands-on leadership experience and training towards becoming a Head Chef. Benefits include training, discounts, and a company pension.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing kitchen operations and team leadership.
• Knowledge of food quality and hygiene standards.
• Ability to organise workflow during busy services.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and team workflow.
• Order food, control stock, and maintain food cost efficiency.
• Ensure kitchen hygiene standards are met and trained.
• Prepare and serve food per menu specifications.
• Assist in training new team members.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food hygiene standards

Team leadership

Stock control

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Llandudno (Glan‑Conwy) Premier Inn

Join our team at Llandudno (Glan‑Conwy) 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 £14.31 per hour

HOURS:

30 hours per week

LOCATION:

Conway Road Glan Conwy Corner, Colwyn Bay, Llandudno Junction

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.