Assistant Manager

Slim Chickens - Future Opportunities; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Slim Chickens in the United Kingdom is seeking an Assistant Manager to join our fast-paced, hospitality-focused team. You will support the management team to run daily operations and uphold our standards.

You’ll lead a team, drive customer service excellence, and help with sales growth while maintaining food quality, hygiene, and safety. Flexibility to work weekends and bank holidays is part of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within a restaurant or similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, organisation and proactive attitude.
• Hands-on problem solver who can stay calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in running daily operations smoothly.
• Lead and motivate a team to deliver top-notch customer service.
• Assist with sales strategies and boost business performance.
• Ensure high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.
• Create a positive, energetic work environment where everyone thrives.
• Build strong connections with customers and ensure they have a great experience.
• Help with administrative tasks and managing shift schedules.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Proactive attitude

Problem solving

Flexibility

Job description

Could you be our next Assistant Manager inSlim Chickens ? Slim Chickens serves up southern-inspired fresh delicious chicken tenders, wings, and sandwiches in a casual, laid-back setting!

Why Slim Chickens?

Slim Chickens is a Sunday Times Best Big Company to Work For 2025 and 2026, where you’ll have endless opportunities to develop, grow, and learn new skills while working alongside some of the best colleagues in hospitality. There has never been a better time to join us!

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.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• 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

What We’re Looking For:

• 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

Compensation: Competitive salary