Kitchen Team Leader: Grow Toward Head Chef

Premier Inn; Seaton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Pension and saving schemes

Discounts

Job summary

Premier Inn Seaton is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, managing rotas, placing orders, leading the team through busy services, and ensuring audit-ready standards. This hands-on leadership role builds the path toward Head Chef while working closely with the Hotel Manager.

You’ll own food ordering, stock control and food costs for the hotel, lead during service, prepare and serve dishes to spec, and uphold health and hygiene standards.

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.

Skills

Leadership

Stock control

Food ordering

Health & safety

Job description

Premier Inn Seaton is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, managing rotas, placing orders, leading the team through busy services, and ensuring audit-ready standards. This hands-on leadership role builds the path toward Head Chef while working closely with the Hotel Manager.

You’ll own food ordering, stock control and food costs for the hotel, lead during service, prepare and serve dishes to spec, and uphold health and hygiene standards.