Assistant Manager

Slim Chickens; Brierley Hill; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A casual dining restaurant in Brierley Hill is seeking an Assistant Manager to support daily operations, lead a team, and boost customer service. The role requires experience in a supervisory position within a fast-paced environment, strong leadership skills, and the ability to work flexible shifts. The position offers a vibrant working environment and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

50% off meals for you and friends

Access to retail and restaurant discounts

Free mortgage advice

Access to earnings anytime

Healthcare Cashplan

Referral bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within a restaurant or similar fast-paced environment.
• A natural leader with the ability to inspire and guide a team.
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and bank holidays.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the management team in running daily operations smoothly.
• Leading and motivating a team to deliver top-notch customer service.
• Assisting with sales strategies and boosting business performance.
• Ensuring high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.
• Creating a positive, energetic work environment where everyone thrives.
• Building strong connections with customers and ensuring they have a great experience.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Job description

Responsibilities, Qualifications & Experience

• Supporting the management team in running daily operations smoothly
• Leading and motivating a team to deliver top-notch customer service
• Assisting with sales strategies and boosting business performance
• Ensuring high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety
• Creating a positive, energetic work environment where everyone thrives
• Building strong connections with customers and ensuring they have a great experience
• Helping with administrative tasks and managing shift schedules
  Experience in a supervisory role within a restaurant or similar fast‑paced environment
• A natural leader with the ability to inspire and guide a team
• A passion for hospitality and delivering excellent service
• Strong communication skills, organisation, and a proactive attitude
• A hands‑on problem solver who can stay calm under pressure
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and bank holidays
• Could you be our next Assistant Manager in Slim Chickens Merry Hill? Slim Chickens serves up southern‑inspired fresh delicious chicken tenders, wings, and sandwiches in a casual, laid‑back setting!

Why Slim Chickens?

Slim Chickens serves up southern‑inspired fresh delicious chicken tenders, wings, and sandwiches in a casual, laid‑back setting! Slim’s is where southern‑inspired flavours meet a vibrant, modern vibe. We're on a mission to serve up the best chicken around, and as we grow, we need an Assistant Manager who's as excited about our journey as we are. Slim’s is part of Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG) a growing hospitality group of Brands, committed to our goal of striving to become the Best Restaurant Group in everything we do. We're obsessed with building credibility, going above and beyond, and delivering a memorable guest experience and an amazing working environment. At BRG, we live by our core values: Honest – Acting with integrity in everything we do. Hardworking – Giving our best, every day. Hungry – Always striving for growth and excellence. Heart – Caring deeply about our people, our guests, and our communities.

Benefits

• Generous Colleague Discount: Enjoy 50% off your total bill for you and 5 friends across all of our Brands, because great food is meant to be shared! You can also get 20% off at Carluccio’s retail gift shop & deli (in store and online)
• Exclusive Discounts: Access special offers and discounts at thousands of online and high‑street retailers, restaurants, entertainment, gifting, gym membership and many many more through our BRG Spark App
• Secure Your Future: Benefit from free mortgage advice and access to our Financial & Wellbeing Centre
• Access Your Pay Anytime: With our partner Wagestream, you can tap into your earnings whenever you need them
• Stay Well: Take advantage of our Healthcare Cashplan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses by referring your friends to join our team
• Career Advancement: Enjoy excellent opportunities for growth and development within our diverse brand portfolio
• Flexible Working: Find a work-life balance with flexible scheduling options