Assistant Manager - Slim Chickens - Bridgend

Slim Chickens; Pen-y-cae; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular restaurant chain in Pen-y-cae is seeking an Assistant Manager to support daily operations and lead a dynamic team. Candidates should have supervisory experience in a fast-paced environment and a passion for hospitality. This role offers a positive work culture and opportunities for career advancement, including generous discounts and flexible scheduling.

Benefits

50% colleague discount

Exclusive discounts through BRG Spark App

Free mortgage advice

Healthcare Cashplan

Referral rewards

Career advancement opportunities

Flexible scheduling 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.
• Passion for hospitality and delivering excellent service.

Responsibilities

• Support the management team in running daily operations smoothly.
• Lead and motivate a team to deliver top-notch customer service.
• Ensure high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Customer service

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Flexibility

Job description

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

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 manage shift schedules

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
• A passion for hospitality and delivering excellent service
• Strong communication skills, excellent 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

Company Overview

Slim Chickens is a Sunday Times Best Big Company to work for 2025, where you will have endless opportunities to develop, grow and learn new skills, whilst working alongside some of the best colleagues in hospitality. 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 is 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 becoming the Best Restaurant Group in everything we do. We live by the core values: Honest, Hardworking, Hungry, Heart.

Benefits

• Generous Colleague Discount – 50% off your total bill for you and 5 friends across all Brands, plus 20% off at Carluccio's retail gift shop & deli (in store and online)
• Exclusive Discounts – access special offers at thousands of retailers, restaurants, entertainment, gifting, gym membership and many more via the BRG Spark App
• Secure Your Future – free mortgage advice and access to our Financial & Wellbeing Centre
• Access Your Pay Anytime – tap into earnings with Wagestream whenever you need them
• Stay Well – Healthcare Cashplan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Referral Rewards – earn bonuses by referring friends
• Career Advancement – excellent opportunities for growth and development within our diverse brand portfolio
• Flexible Working – find work-life balance with flexible scheduling options

We’re excited to hear from candidates who want to be part of our energetic team and help us deliver memorable guest experiences.