Kitchen Team Leader – Premier Inn Christchurch WestJoin our team at Premier Inn Christchurch West 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 £13.81 per hourHOURS:30 hours per weekLOCATION:22 Bailey Drive, Christchurch, Dorset, BH23 2BNWhy 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 moreWhat you'll do:Join our team at Premier Inn Christchurch West 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
•Ã¢â'¬Â¯Take the lead during service – organising the team, managing workflow, and ensuring everything runs smoothly
•Ã¢â'¬Â¯Prepare, cook, and serve our menu to spec – from legendary Premier Inn breakfasts to pub classics
•Ã¢â'¬Â¯Make sure the kitchen always meets health, safety and hygiene standards – keeping the team trained and records up to date
•Ã¢â'¬Â¯Step up when needed – running shifts and helping new team members settle in
•Ã¢â'¬Â¯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.