Kitchen Team Leader — Lead & Develop a High-Impact Service

Whitbread; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Whitbread in Belfast City Centre (Cathedral Quarter) is recruiting a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen, manage rotas, place orders and lead busy services. You’ll work closely with the Hotel Manager to ensure food quality, hygiene and operational excellence in a hands-on leadership role.

You’ll be responsible for ordering, cost control, and team leadership during service, with opportunities to grow into more senior roles within Whitbread’s UK hospitality network.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team and managing kitchen operations.

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 in Belfast City Centre (Cathedral Quarter) is recruiting a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen, manage rotas, place orders and lead busy services. You’ll work closely with the Hotel Manager to ensure food quality, hygiene and operational excellence in a hands-on leadership role.

You’ll be responsible for ordering, cost control, and team leadership during service, with opportunities to grow into more senior roles within Whitbread’s UK hospitality network.