Kitchen Team Leader

Whitbread Plc; Hereford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality business is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader at Premier Inn Hereford to oversee day-to-day kitchen operations, manage a team, and ensure food quality and hygiene standards. Responsibilities include food ordering, team organization during service, and maintaining proper health regulations. This role offers valuable training, progression opportunities, and various employee benefits. Ideal for those looking to advance their culinary career.

Benefits

Up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms

25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants

Training and support

Company pension scheme

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a kitchen environment preferred.
• Ability to lead a team effectively.
• Understanding of health and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage kitchen operations and staff during service.
• Ensure food quality and safety are maintained.
• Handle stock control and order supplies.

Skills

Kitchen management

Team leadership

Hygiene standards

Food ordering and stock control

Job description

Position Overview

Join our team at Premier Inn Hereford 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.

Join our team at Premier Inn Hereford 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.

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.

Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion

We believe that everyone is unique and there should be no barriers to entry and no limits to ambition. We are committed to being an inclusive organisation that values diversity and welcomes your application whatever your background or situation. Under‑represented groups such as women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities & members of the LGBTQIA+ community (those who identify as lesbian, gay, bi, trans and non-binary or those who use a different LGBTQIA+ term) are strongly encouraged to build a career with us. Speak to us about workplace adjustments, part‑time and flexible working. Where possible we will support this.

Benefits & Training Opportunities

• 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.