Kitchen Team Leader: Lead Service and Path to Head Chef

Whitbread PLC; Southend-on-Sea; Remote; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

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Job summary

Premier Inn Southend-on-Sea (Eastern Esplanade) is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place food orders, lead busy services and keep audit-ready hygiene. You’ll work closely with the Hotel Manager to own the kitchen’s food quality and standards.

This hands-on leadership role offers a path to Head Chef through developing team leadership and kitchen-management skills in Whitbread’s UK-leading hospitality business.

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 Southend-on-Sea (Eastern Esplanade) is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place food orders, lead busy services and keep audit-ready hygiene. You’ll work closely with the Hotel Manager to own the kitchen’s food quality and standards.

This hands-on leadership role offers a path to Head Chef through developing team leadership and kitchen-management skills in Whitbread’s UK-leading hospitality business.