Kitchen Team Leader - Path to Head Chef

Whitbread PLC; Lisburn; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support

Apprenticeships

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts

Job summary

Whitbread PLC is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader in Lisburn to run the kitchen, manage rotas, place orders, and lead the team through busy services. You’ll partner with the Hotel Manager to ensure food quality, hygiene, and audit readiness while building skills for future Head Chef opportunities.

Join Premier Inn Lisburn for hands-on leadership, 35 hours per week, and a clear path to growth within Whitbread’s 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Food cost control

Health & safety

Inventory management

Job description

Whitbread PLC is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader in Lisburn to run the kitchen, manage rotas, place orders, and lead the team through busy services. You’ll partner with the Hotel Manager to ensure food quality, hygiene, and audit readiness while building skills for future Head Chef opportunities.

Join Premier Inn Lisburn for hands-on leadership, 35 hours per week, and a clear path to growth within Whitbread’s hospitality group.