Kitchen Team Leader - Premier Inn

Whitbread PLC; Stirling; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Whitbread Benefits card

Pension and saving schemes

Discounts on Whitbread restaurants

Job summary

Premier Inn in Stirling South is hiring 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 your Hotel Manager to maintain quality and hygiene, with a view to developing towards Head Chef.

Role is 30 hours per week at up to £14.31 per hour, with training and Whitbread Benefits to support your career in hospitality in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a kitchen team and managing rotas.
• Understanding of food ordering, stock control and costs.
• Knowledge of health, safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities

• Own food ordering, stock control and keeping food costs on track for the hotel.
• Lead during service - organise the team, manage workflow and ensure smooth operations.
• Prepare, cook and serve menu to spec - including Premier Inn breakfasts and pub classics.
• Ensure kitchen meets health, safety and hygiene standards and keep records updated.
• Step up during shifts and help new team members settle in.
• Learn kitchen management to progress to more senior roles.

Skills

Kitchen leadership

Team management

Food safety

Job description

Kitchen Team Leader - Stirling South (M9 . J9) Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn in Stirling South as a Kitchen Team Leader and move your Chef career forward. You'll run the kitchen day to day - managing rotas, placing food orders, leading the team through busy services, and keeping everything audit-ready. Working closely with your Hotel Manager, you'll take full ownership of the kitchen - from food quality to hygiene. It's a hands-on leadership role that's perfect for anyone ready to build the skills to become a Head Chef.

PAY RATE:

Up to £14.31 per hour

HOURS:

30 hours per week

LOCATION:

Stirling South (M9 . J9) Premier inn - Whins of Milton, Glasgow Road, Stirling, Scotland, FK7 8EX

Why you'll love it here:

• Training and support: We've got user-friendly equipment that will make your shift easier from the start and the training that'll give you a real career path in our kitchens.
• Apprenticeships: We offer them at any age, so learn while you earn and get a nationally-recognised qualification for your skills.
• 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: Get money off shops, your utility bills, travel, cinema trips, supermarkets and more

What you'll do:

Join our team at Premier Inn [Location] as a Kitchen Team Leader and take the next step in your Chef career. You'll get the keys to our kitchen to grow your team, create our much-loved meals and make your mark as part of the UK's leading hospitality business, Whitbread.

• 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.