Kitchen Team Leader - Plymouth

Premier Inn; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company in Plymouth is seeking a Kitchen Team Leader to manage food ordering and stock control, lead the kitchen team during service, and maintain hygiene standards. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership and cooking skills. This full-time role offers competitive pay of up to £13.81 per hour and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Training and support

Apprenticeships

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts on shops and utilities

Responsibilities

• Own food ordering, stock control, and keep food costs on track.
• Lead during service, organising the team and managing workflow.
• Prepare, cook, and serve the menu to specification.
• Maintain health, safety, and hygiene standards.
• Assist new team members when needed.
• Learn kitchen management skills to progress.

Skills

Food ordering

Stock control

Team leadership

Cooking skills

Health and safety standards

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader - Plymouth

Employer
Premier Inn

Location
Plymouth, Devon

Salary
Competitive

Closing date
3 Dec 2025

Sector
Chef jobs, Chef de Partie, Restaurant, Catering & Hospitality jobs, Team Leader, Retail jobs, Retail Supervisor

Job Type
Full Time

Job Details

We're currently recruiting in our Plymouth City Centre (Derrys Cross) Premier Inn Hotel. Working 30 hours per week, paying up to £13.81 per hour.

PAY RATE:
Up to £13.81 per hour

HOURS:
30 hours per week

LOCATION:
Derry's Cross, Plymouth
PL1 2

Why you'll love it here:

• Training and support: user‑friendly equipment and a real career path in our kitchens.
• Apprenticeships: learn while you earn and get a nationally‑recognised qualification.
• Whitbread Benefits card: enjoy up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants.
• Pension and saving schemes: company pension and save‑as‑you‑earn scheme.
• Discounts: money off shops, utility bills, travel, cinema trips, supermarkets and more.

What you'll do:

• Own food ordering, stock control and keep food costs on track across the hotel.
• Lead during service – organising the team, managing workflow, ensuring smooth operations.
• Prepare, cook and serve our menu to specification – from Premier Inn breakfasts to pub classics.
• Maintain health, safety and hygiene standards – keep the team trained and records up to date.
• Take shifts and assist new team members when needed.
• Learn kitchen management skills to progress to senior roles.