Kitchen Team Leader

Kitchen Team Leader – Manchester Salford Media City Premier Inn

Join our team at Premier Inn Manchester Salford Media City 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 £13.81 per hour

HOURS: 40 hours per week across 5 days – evenings and weekends included

LOCATION: Premier Inn Manchester Salford Media City
Blue, Media City UK, Salford M50 2AB

• Training and support: user‑friendly equipment and training that gives a real career path.
• Apprenticeships: available at any age – learn while you earn and get a nationally‑recognised qualification.
• Whitbread Benefits card: up to 60% off Premier Inn rooms and 25% off meals in Whitbread Restaurants.
• Pension and savings schemes: company pension and save‑as‑you‑earn scheme.
• Discounts: money off shops, utility bills, travel, cinema, supermarkets and more.

• Own food ordering, stock control and keep 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 Premier Inn breakfasts to pub classics.
• Make sure the kitchen always 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 to prepare for more senior roles as you grow your career.