Overview
Kitchen Team Leader – Premier Inn Blackburn Town Centre (Whitbread). Working 30 hours per week, pay up to £13.81 per hour.
Join our team at Premier Inn Blackburn Town Centre 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.
Location: Premier Inn Blackburn Town Centre, 3 Cathedral Square, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB1 1FB
Hours: 30 hours per week across 5 days - evenings and weekends included
Pay Rate: Up to £13.81 per hour
Good to know: This role is part of Whitbread’s hospitality group and involves leadership in a kitchen environment.
Why You’ll Love It Here
* Training and support: user-friendly equipment and career-path training in our kitchens.
* Apprenticeships: available at any age with a nationally-recognised qualification.
* Whitbread Benefits card: 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.
* Discounts: money off shops, utilities, travel, cinema trips, supermarkets and more.
What You’ll Do
* 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.
* Ensure the kitchen meets health, safety and hygiene standards – keep 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.
We are committed to being an inclusive organisation that values diversity and welcomes your application whatever your background or situation. Under-represented groups are strongly encouraged to build a career with us. Speak to us about workplace adjustments, part-time and flexible working. Where possible we will support this.
Job ref: 100010-4492
Advertised: 05 Sep 2025
Job Details
* Seniority level Mid-Senior level
* Employment type Full-time
* Job function Management and Manufacturing
* Industries Hospitality
For more information about this role please apply with your latest resume and a short cover note.
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