Kitchen Team Leader: Growth Path to Head Chef

Whitbread PLC; Cannock; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support

Apprenticeships

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts

Job summary

Whitbread Cannock is hiring a Kitchen Team Leader at Premier Inn Cannock (Orbital). You’ll run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place food orders and lead the team through busy services while upholding brand standards.

You’ll work closely with the Hotel Manager, own food costing and stock control, ensure health and hygiene is audit‑ready, and guide colleagues to develop their skills toward future senior roles in the Whitbread kitchen network.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen leadership or supervisory role.
• Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.
• Ability to manage rostering and food orders.

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.

Job description

Whitbread Cannock is hiring a Kitchen Team Leader at Premier Inn Cannock (Orbital). You’ll run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place food orders and lead the team through busy services while upholding brand standards.

You’ll work closely with the Hotel Manager, own food costing and stock control, ensure health and hygiene is audit‑ready, and guide colleagues to develop their skills toward future senior roles in the Whitbread kitchen network.