Kitchen Team Leader

Premier Inn; Bromsgrove; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known hotel chain in Bromsgrove is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to manage daily kitchen operations and lead a team. This hands-on role requires strong leadership skills and knowledge of food safety standards. The position offers competitive pay and a fixed-term contract until 2026, with opportunities for skill development and career advancement.

Benefits

Training and support

Apprenticeships available

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts on shops and utilities

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen management role.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to lead a team and manage workflow.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations on a day-to-day basis.
• Oversee food ordering and stock control.
• Ensure kitchen adheres to health and safety standards.
• Lead during service and train new team members.

Skills

Kitchen management

Leadership

Food safety and hygiene standards

Stock control

Job description

Overview

Kitchen Team Leader – Bromsgrove Central– Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Bromsgrove Central 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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Details

• Pay rate: Up to £13.81 per hour
• Hours: 30 hours per week
• Location: Bromsgrove Central Premier Inn, Birmingham Road, Bromsgrove B61 0BA
• Contract: Fixed Term Contract until 26/02/2026

Benefits

• 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