Kitchen Team Leader — Lead Service & Growth Path

Premier-Inn; Ashford; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Training and career development

Job summary

Premier Inn Ashford North is recruiting a Kitchen Team Leader in Ashford, Kent. The role is 30 hours per week with pay up to £14.01 per hour. You will run the kitchen daily, manage rotas, place orders, and lead the team through busy services, while ensuring audit-ready standards and close collaboration with the Hotel Manager.

You’ll own food quality, hygiene, and stock control, while developing skills to progress toward higher chef roles within Whitbread, the UK’s leading hospitality group.

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 Ashford North is recruiting a Kitchen Team Leader in Ashford, Kent. The role is 30 hours per week with pay up to £14.01 per hour. You will run the kitchen daily, manage rotas, place orders, and lead the team through busy services, while ensuring audit-ready standards and close collaboration with the Hotel Manager.

You’ll own food quality, hygiene, and stock control, while developing skills to progress toward higher chef roles within Whitbread, the UK’s leading hospitality group.