Assistant Manager

Slim-Chickens-Cribbs-Causeway; West of England; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Slim-Chickens-Cribbs-Causeway is seeking a driven Assistant Manager to support the day-to-day running of a high-volume restaurant. You will lead shifts, motivate the team, and ensure guests receive an outstanding experience in a fast-paced, customer-first environment.

You will work on the floor, maintain operational standards, and help the General Manager drive performance while developing your leadership skills within a growing brand.

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisor or assistant manager role, ideally in hospitality, QSR, or retail.
• Strong people skills – you know how to lead, inspire, and get the best from a team.
• Calm under pressure and able to make smart decisions on the go.
• Passion for brilliant service and a drive to be part of something bigger.
• Ambition to grow and take the next step in your career.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts with confidence, keeping the team focused and the service running smoothly.
• Maintain high standards in food quality, cleanliness, health & safety, and guest service.
• Assist the General Manager in delivering strong operational performance across the board.
• Coach and motivate team members, supporting their growth and keeping morale high.
• Help onboard and train new team members, creating a fun, inclusive, and productive workplace.
• Step up when needed and take responsibility in the GM’s absence.
• Be present on the floor, solving problems and creating moments that keep guests coming back.
• Track shift performance and share ideas for improvements with the management team.

Skills

People skills

Leadership

Calm under pressure

Decision making

Job description

We’re looking for a driven and hands on Assistant Manager to support the day to day running of one of our vibrant, high volume restaurants.

This is your chance to be part of a growing brand, work alongside a brilliant team, and develop your leadership skills in a fast paced, customer first environment.

As Assistant Manager, you’ll play a vital role in the restaurant’s success – leading from the floor, motivating the team, and making sure our guests always receive an outstanding experience.

Support Restaurant Operations

• Lead shifts with confidence, keeping the team focused and the service running smoothly.
• Maintain high standards in food quality, cleanliness, health & safety, and guest service.
• Assist the General Manager in delivering strong operational performance across the board.

Team Leadership & Development

• Coach and motivate team members, supporting their growth and keeping morale high.
• Help onboard and train new team members, creating a fun, inclusive, and productive workplace.
• Step up when needed and take responsibility in the GM’s absence.

Guest Experience Champion

• Be present on the floor, solving problems and creating moments that keep guests coming back.
• Handle complaints professionally and with empathy.
• Keep an eye on detail to ensure every shift hits the mark.

Drive Results

• Assist with managing labour, stock, and waste to hit key performance targets.
• Contribute to local marketing ideas and ways to boost business.
• Track shift performance and share ideas for improvements with the management team.

About You

• Experience in a supervisor or assistant manager role, ideally in hospitality, QSR, or retail.
• Strong people skills – you know how to lead, inspire, and get the best from a team.
• Calm under pressure and able to make smart decisions on the go.
• Passion for brilliant service and a drive to be part of something bigger.
• Ambition to grow and take the next step in your career.

Hungry to lead? Ready to grow?