Kitchen Team Leader: Path to Head Chef | Training

Whitbread; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts

Apprenticeships

Training and support

Job summary

Whitbread's Premier Inn Christchurch East is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place food orders and lead the team through busy services. You’ll work closely with the Hotel Manager to own food quality, hygiene and cost control.

This hands-on leadership role offers a clear path to Head Chef, with training, apprenticeship options, and benefits from Whitbread. You’ll develop your team and contribute to our UK’s leading hospitality business.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen team leadership and shift management.
• Experience with food ordering and stock control.
• Comply with health and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Own food ordering, stock control and keep food costs on track for the entire hotel.
• Take the lead during service – organise the team, manage workflow, and ensure 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

Stock control

Shift management

Job description

Whitbread's Premier Inn Christchurch East is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to run the kitchen day to day, manage rotas, place food orders and lead the team through busy services. You’ll work closely with the Hotel Manager to own food quality, hygiene and cost control.

This hands-on leadership role offers a clear path to Head Chef, with training, apprenticeship options, and benefits from Whitbread. You’ll develop your team and contribute to our UK’s leading hospitality business.