Kitchen Team Leader – London Sidcup Premier Inn
Join our team at Premier Inn Sidcup as a Kitchen Team Leader and advance your Chef career. You’ll manage daily kitchen operations – overseeing rotas, food orders, leading during busy services, and maintaining audit standards. Working closely with your Hotel Manager, you’ll take full ownership of the kitchen, including food quality and hygiene standards. This hands-on leadership role is ideal for those aiming to develop into a Head Chef.
PAY RATE:
Up to £14.31 per hour
HOURS:
30 hours per week across 5 days, including weekends – guaranteed hours for planning your week
LOCATION:
London Sidcup Premier Inn, 101-108 Station Road, Sidcup, DA15 7BS
Why you’ll love it here:
· Training and support: User-friendly equipment and comprehensive training to support your career growth in our kitchens.
· Apprenticeships: Available at any age, allowing you to learn while you earn and earn a nationally-recognised qualification.
· Whitbread Benefits card: Up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants.
· Pension and savings schemes: Company pension and 'save as you earn' schemes.
· Discounts: Savings on shopping, utilities, travel, cinema trips, supermarkets, and more.
What you’ll do:
As a Kitchen Team Leader, you’ll take the next step in your Chef career. You’ll lead our kitchen team, prepare meals, and make a significant impact as part of Whitbread, the UK’s leading hospitality business.
• Manage food ordering, stock control, and food costs across the hotel
• Lead during service – organizing the team, managing workflow, and ensuring smooth operations
• Prepare, cook, and serve menu items to standard – from Premier Inn breakfasts to pub classics
• Ensure the kitchen meets health, safety, and hygiene standards – maintaining training and records
• Step up when needed – running shifts and supporting new team members
• Learn kitchen management skills to prepare for more senior roles as you progress with us.
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