Kitchen Team Leader: Path to Head Chef

Whitbread PLC; Gillingham; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & support

Apprenticeships

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Pension scheme

Discounts

Job summary

Whitbread's Premier Inn in Chatham / Gillingham (Victory Pier) is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place orders, and lead the team through busy services, while keeping audit-ready records.

You’ll own food quality, hygiene and costs, work closely with the Hotel Manager, and build the skills to progress toward a Head Chef role within 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

Whitbread's Premier Inn in Chatham / Gillingham (Victory Pier) is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place orders, and lead the team through busy services, while keeping audit-ready records.

You’ll own food quality, hygiene and costs, work closely with the Hotel Manager, and build the skills to progress toward a Head Chef role within the UK’s leading hospitality group.