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Kitchen Team Leader
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Kitchen Team Leader
Kitchen Team Leader – Premier Inn London Putney Bridge Hotel
Join our dynamic team at Premier Inn London Putney Bridge hotel as a Kitchen Team Leader and take the next leap in your chef career.
About the Role
You’ll oversee daily operations, managing rotas, ordering food, and ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly during busy service periods. Working closely with your Hotel Manager, you’ll take full responsibility for food quality, kitchen hygiene, and audit readiness—an excellent stepping stone to becoming a Head Chef.
Key Responsibilities
- Run the kitchen on a day-to-day basis, including:
- Managing rotas, placing food orders, and controlling stock to keep costs in line
- Leading your team through busy services with organisation and efficiency
- Ensuring high food quality and maintaining health, safety, and hygiene standards
- Keeping records up to date and training staff to meet compliance requirements
- Take charge during service, coordinating workflows and ensuring a seamless dining experience
- Prepare, cook, and serve menu items to specification, from Premier Inn breakfasts to classic pub dishes
- Step in when needed—adaptable to shifts, helping new team members, and maintaining kitchen standards
- Acquire key management skills to progress into more senior roles
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Ideal Candidate
- Proven chef experience with a strong understanding of kitchen operations
- Leadership skills to mentor and manage a hotel kitchen team
- Attention to detail with a passion for food safety and hygiene
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Benefits
- Up to £16.31 per hour (40-hour week, 5 days)
- Training and career development, including a clear path to Head Chef positions
- Access to apprenticeships at any age, offering nationally recognised qualifications
- Whitbread Benefits Card with:
- Up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms
- 25% off meals at Whitbread restaurants
- Pension and saving schemes, including:
- Company pension options
- Save-as-you-earn scheme
- Discounts across shops, utility bills, travel, cinemas, and supermarkets
Location
Premier Inn London Putney Bridge Hotel 3 Putney Bridge Approach, London SW6 3JD
We’re searching for passionate team players ready to lead the kitchen and grow their career—apply now!
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