Kitchen Team Leader

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

Job summary

A well-known hotel chain in Worcester is looking for a Kitchen Team Leader to manage daily kitchen operations, oversee food ordering, and maintain hygiene standards. This hands-on leadership role requires strong kitchen management skills and the ability to lead a team through busy services. The position offers a competitive pay rate of up to £13.81 per hour and includes various employee benefits.

Benefits

Training and support

Apprenticeships available

Discounts on hotel stays and meals

Company pension scheme

Discounts on utility bills and shopping

Qualifications

• Experience in a kitchen leadership role
• Knowledge of food quality and hygiene standards
• Ability to manage a team under pressure

Responsibilities

• Manage daily kitchen operations including team workflow.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Oversee food ordering and stock control.

Skills

Leadership

Kitchen management

Food safety

Stock control

Job description

Overview

Kitchen Team Leader – Worcester City Centre Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Worcester City Centre 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.

Details

PAY RATE: Up to £13.81 per hour

HOURS: 30 hours per week

LOCATION: County Ground, New Rd, Worcester WR2 4RL

What you’ll love

• 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.