Deputy General Manager DGM

Slim Chickens; St Albans; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic restaurant chain in St Albans is seeking a Deputy General Manager to lead a team and create memorable guest experiences. Responsibilities include maintaining food quality, driving sales, and fostering a motivating work environment. Ideal candidates should be personable, organized, and ready to tackle challenges in a fast-paced setting. Join us for career growth opportunities and enjoy a generous colleague discount along with other perks.

Benefits

50% off total bill for colleagues and friends

Exclusive discounts at retailers and restaurants

Free mortgage advice

Access earnings anytime

Healthcare cash plan

Referral bonuses

Career development opportunities

Flexible scheduling options

Qualifications

• Experience in a restaurant or similar guest-focused environment.
• Flexible availability that includes weekends, late nights, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to deliver exceptional guest experiences.
• Generate innovative ideas to boost sales.
• Maintain high standards of food quality and health safety.
• Foster a motivating work atmosphere for the team.
• Connect with guests to exceed their expectations.
• Analyze performance metrics for improvement.

Skills

Leadership in fast-paced environments

Effective communication

Team motivation

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Ability to remain calm under pressure

Job description

Qualifications

• Experience leading in a restaurant or similar fast-paced guest focused environment
• Personable with the skills to inspire and motivate a team
• Someone who lives and breathes hospitality and top-tier service
• Great communicator
• Organised, with the ability to prioritise tasks
• A problem solver who’s hands‑on and ready to take on challenges
• Able to keep cool, calm and focused in a busy setting
• Flexible, availability that includes weekends, late nights and bank holidays – we’re always on the go!
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Why Slim Chickens?

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. There really 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 a Deputy General 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.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading a team to deliver the ultimate guest experience
• Coming up with fresh, creative ideas to drive sales
• Ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene and Health and Safety
• Creating a fun and motivating work atmosphere where your team can thrive
• Connecting with guests, exceeding their expectations so they come back again and again
• Analysing the numbers and finding ways to make things even better

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Generous Colleague Discount: Enjoy 50% off your total bill for you and five 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.

If you’re ready to step up, lead a team, and have fun whilst doing it, Slim Chickens is where you need to be! Apply today – let’s make chicken history together.