Hotel Kitchen - Team Leader

Premier Inn; Truro; On-site; GBP 15,911 - 22,661; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support

Apprenticeships available

Discounts for Premier Inn rooms and meals

Company pension and saving schemes

Various discounts on shopping and bills

Job summary

Premier Inn in Truro is looking for a Kitchen Team Leader to manage kitchen operations and lead a dedicated team. In this hands-on role, you will ensure food quality and maintain hygiene standards while overseeing stock control and food ordering.

The position offers an opportunity to grow your career in the hospitality industry with training and clear career paths. Competitive hourly pay of up to £14.31 for 30 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen environment, preferably in a leadership role.
• Understanding of food hygiene and safety regulations.
• Ability to manage a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and team workflow.
• Ensure food quality and hygiene standards are met.
• Oversee stock control and food ordering.

Skills

Leadership

Food safety and hygiene

Stock control

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader – Truro – Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Truro 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: Old Carnon Hill, Carnon Downs, Truro, TR3 6JZ

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

Join our team at Premier Inn Truro as a Kitchen Team Leader and take the next step in your Chef career. You’ll get the keys to our kitchen to grow your team, create our much-loved meals and make your mark as part of the UK’s leading hospitality business, Whitbread.

• 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.