General Manager - NEW STORE OPENING - Slim Chickens - Future Opportunities

Slim Chickens; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant casual dining brand is seeking a General Manager in Liverpool to lead a team and enhance guest experiences. This role requires prior leadership experience in a fast-paced environment and exceptional communication skills. The Manager will focus on operational excellence, team motivation, and developing a welcoming atmosphere. With a commitment to high standards of food quality and hygiene, this position offers generous benefits, flexible working, and clear career advancement opportunities. Join us to make a culinary impact!

Benefits

Generous Colleague Discount

Exclusive Discounts via BRG Spark App

Free mortgage advice

Healthcare Cashplan

Performance Bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience leading in a restaurant or similar guest-focused environment.
• Personable with skills to inspire and motivate a team.
• Great communicator and organized with prioritization skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the restaurant.
• Deliver the ultimate guest experience.
• Ensure highest standards of food quality and hygiene.
• Analyse numbers to improve operations.

Skills

Leadership in a fast-paced environment

Communication skills

Team motivation

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Job description

Overview

General Manager in Slim 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, where you will have endless opportunities to develop, grow and learn new skills, whilst 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 a General 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’re obsessed with building credibility, going above and beyond, and delivering a memorable guest experience in an amazing working environment.

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

Responsibilities

• Take ownership for the day‑to‑day leadership of the restaurant and team
• Lead a team to deliver the ultimate guest experience
• Come up with fresh, creative ideas to drive sales
• Ensure the highest standards of food quality, hygiene and Health and Safety
• Create a fun and motivating work atmosphere where your team can thrive
• Connect with guests, exceeding their expectations so they come back again and again
• Analyse the numbers and find ways to make things even better

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 is 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!

Benefits

• Generous Colleague Discount: 50% off your total bill for you and 5 friends across all of our brands, and 20% off at Carluccio’s retail gift shop & deli
• Exclusive Discounts: Access special offers and discounts at thousands of online and high‑street retailers, restaurants, entertainment, gifting, gym membership and more through our BRG Spark App
• Secure Your Future: Free mortgage advice and access to our Financial & Wellbeing Centre
• Access Your Pay Anytime: With our partner Wagestream, tap into your earnings whenever you need them
• Stay Well: Healthcare Cashplan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses by referring your friends to join our team
• Career Advancement: Excellent opportunities for growth and development within our diverse brand portfolio
• Flexible Working: Find a work‑life balance with flexible scheduling options
• Performance Bonuses: Earn more with bonuses that reward your dedication and success

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!