Kitchen Team Leader: Path to Head Chef

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

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support

Apprenticeships

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension schemes

Discounts

Job summary

Premier Inn Doncaster (Lakeside) is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, including rotas, stock, orders and busy service leadership. You’ll work with the Hotel Manager to own food quality and hygiene, playing a pivotal role in our kitchen team.

You’ll develop hands-on leadership skills, drive cost control, and ensure audit-ready standards while progressing your culinary career within Whitbread’s UK hospitality group.

Qualifications

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 Doncaster (Lakeside) is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, including rotas, stock, orders and busy service leadership. You’ll work with the Hotel Manager to own food quality and hygiene, playing a pivotal role in our kitchen team.

You’ll develop hands-on leadership skills, drive cost control, and ensure audit-ready standards while progressing your culinary career within Whitbread’s UK hospitality group.