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Hotel - Duty Manager
Duty Manager – Premier Inn Oxford Kidlington (Airport)
About the Role
Join Premier Inn Oxford Kidlington (Airport) as a Duty Manager! Lead a dream team to deliver outstanding customer experiences and ensure our hotel runs smoothly with a welcoming, safe, and brilliant environment.
We’re looking for a motivated leader with experience in retail or team management who can bring exceptional communication, organisational skills, and a passion for customer service to this role.
Location: Unit 2, Oxford Technology Park, Technology Drive, OX5 1GN
Hours: 30 per week Pay: Up to £14.36/hour (day shift) Contract: Fixed-term until 30.06.2027 (no zero-hour contracts!)
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✅ Training & Support: Receive immediate training and support with our user-friendly administration system. Clear career growth paths are available. ✅ Whitbread Benefits Card: Enjoy up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in all Whitbread restaurants. ✅ Pension & Savings: Access our company pension and salary sacrifice scheme. ✅ Discounts: Save on travel, shopping, utilities, cinema, and more!
The Responsibilities
As Duty Manager, you’ll:
- Lead a high-performing team with proven management experience (retail or equivalent).
- Ensure health & safety standards are maintained at all times.
- Deliver exceptional guest experiences through smart problem-solving and communication.
- Manage daily operations to guarantee a seamless, welcoming hotel environment.
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Requirements
- Previous leadership experience in roles like retail, customer service, or team management.
- Strong communication, organisational, and people skills.
- A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and managing an inclusive workplace.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity
We firmly believe everyone should have a place in leadership. We actively encourage applicants from:
- Women
- Ethnic minorities
- People with disabilities
- LGBTQIA+ community members
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and can accommodate workplace adjustments, part-time, or flexible working where possible.
Job Ref: 184983-4492
Advertised: 02 Jul 2026
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