Kitchen Team Leader: Launch Your Chef Career

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

Benefits offered by this job

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension savings

Discounts

Training support

Apprenticeships

Job summary

Premier Inn Cannock (Orbital) is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen daily, manage rotas, place orders, lead the team through busy services, and keep audit standards.

You'll work closely with the Hotel Manager, own food quality and hygiene, and develop leadership skills to progress toward a Head Chef role.

This hands-on role is 30 hours per week with a pay rate up to £14.31 per hour, plus Whitbread benefits and career progression opportunities.

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

Premier Inn Cannock (Orbital) is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen daily, manage rotas, place orders, lead the team through busy services, and keep audit standards.

You'll work closely with the Hotel Manager, own food quality and hygiene, and develop leadership skills to progress toward a Head Chef role.

This hands-on role is 30 hours per week with a pay rate up to £14.31 per hour, plus Whitbread benefits and career progression opportunities.