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Job Title: Hotel Manager – Premier Inn – Rainham (Kent)
Salary: £28,000 - £29,000
Location: High St, Gillingham ME8 7JE
Become the leader of a hospitality Dream Team and take hotel management at Premier Inn to even greater levels of guest satisfaction. As a Hotel Manager at the UK’s leading hotel brand, you’ll be responsible for the safety of everyone within the property, manage and develop your team, keep our unique culture alive and ensure our guests receive outstanding service.
Why You’ll Love It Here
* Award‑winning induction and training
* Performance‑related company bonus scheme, Pension Scheme and Share Save Scheme
* Whitbread Privilege Card giving you 25% off in our restaurants and up to 50% off in Premier Inn Hotels
* 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Discounts at shops, utility bills, travel, cinema trips, supermarkets and more through Perks at Work
What You’ll Do
* Lead and motivate the Front of House and Housekeeping teams to ensure outstanding service and compliance with brand standards.
* Work with the team to manage daily operations within the hotel, including the bar and kitchen.
* Understand the bigger picture and what matters in your hotel to drive improvement and spot commercial opportunities.
* Ensure health and safety standards are met throughout the hotel and maintain high‑quality standards.
What You’ll Need
* Previous management experience in the hospitality industry or a similar environment where you led a team to success.
* Strong leadership skills with a passion for customer service.
* Excellent team management and communication skills with a warm, genuine approach to people and a capacity to engender trust and win support at all levels.
* Commitment to safety and maintaining high standards of service.
We believe that everyone is unique and there should be no barriers to entry or limits on ambition. We are committed to being an inclusive organisation that values diversity and welcomes your application regardless of your background or situation. Under‑represented groups such as women, ethnic minorities, people with disabilities and members of the LGBTQIA+ community are strongly encouraged to build a career with us. We support workplace adjustments, part‑time and flexible working where possible.
Job ref: 131642-4492
Advertised: 06 Jan 2026
Salary & Employment
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Management and Manufacturing
* Industry: Hospitality
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