Hotel Kitchen - Team Leader

Job Description

We're currently recruiting in our Wigan (M6 Jct 25) Premier Inn. Working 30 hours per week, paying up to £14.31 per hour.

Join our team at Premier Inn Wigan (M6 Jct 25) 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: Warrington Road, Marus Bridge, Wigan, Lancs, WN3 6XB

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:

• 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.