Hotel Kitchen Team Leader

Premier Inn; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Stevenage is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to oversee kitchen operations. The role involves managing food orders, leading the kitchen team, and maintaining hygiene standards. Ideal for candidates ready to advance their culinary careers, offering competitive pay and opportunities for growth within the company.

Benefits

User-friendly equipment and training

Apprenticeships with recognized qualifications

Whitbread Benefits card for discounts

Company pension scheme

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen management and food ordering preferred.
• Strong team leadership skills and ability to manage workflows.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Run the kitchen day-to-day and manage the team.
• Ensure food quality and safety standards are met.
• Prepare and cook food to specification.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Food safety

Cooking skills

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Stevenage North Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Stevenage North 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:

Stevenage North Premier Inn
Coreys Mill Lane, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 4AA

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.