Kitchen Team Leader - Carlisle

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

Job summary

A leading hotel chain in Carlisle is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to oversee kitchen operations, manage team workflow, and ensure hygiene standards. This role offers up to £13.81 per hour for 35 hours per week. Ideal candidates will have kitchen management experience and strong leadership skills, with opportunities for career advancement through training and apprenticeships.

Benefits

Training and support

Apprenticeships

Whitbread Benefits card

Company pension

Discounts on various services

Qualifications

• Experience managing a kitchen or with food preparation.
• Knowledge of food safety standards and hygiene regulations.
• Ability to lead and organize a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Run the kitchen day to day, managing rotas and food orders.
• Lead the team through busy services to ensure smooth operation.
• Maintain hygiene and safety standards within the kitchen.

Skills

Kitchen management

Food safety and hygiene

Team leadership

Stock control

Job description

Overview

We\'re currently recruiting in our Carlisle M6 Jct44 Premier Inn. Working 35 hours per week, paying up to £13.81 per hour. Join our team at Premier Inn Carlisle M6 Jct44 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.

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

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