Kitchen Team Leader: Lead Busy Hotel Kitchens & Grow

Whitbread; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training support

Apprenticeships

Whitbread Benefits

Pension schemes

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Job summary

Whitbread is hiring a Kitchen Team Leader at Premier Inn Newcastle City Centre (The Gate). You’ll run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place food orders, and lead the team through busy services. The role is a hands-on leadership position with a path toward Head Chef.

Work is 32 hours per week at up to £14.31 per hour, located at 95 Newgate Street, Newcastle upon Tyne. Training, apprenticeships, and Whitbread benefits accompany this opportunity.

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 is hiring a Kitchen Team Leader at Premier Inn Newcastle City Centre (The Gate). You’ll run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place food orders, and lead the team through busy services. The role is a hands-on leadership position with a path toward Head Chef.

Work is 32 hours per week at up to £14.31 per hour, located at 95 Newgate Street, Newcastle upon Tyne. Training, apprenticeships, and Whitbread benefits accompany this opportunity.