Kitchen Manager - Slim Chickens - Nottingham

Slim Chickens; West Bridgford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A vibrant fast-food brand in Nottingham is seeking a Kitchen Manager to oversee kitchen operations, lead the team, and maintain food quality. Ideal candidates will have kitchen management experience and strong leadership skills. Join us to thrive in a dynamic environment while enjoying staff discounts and career development opportunities.

Benefits

50% discount for team members

Flexible scheduling options

Healthcare Cashplan

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a kitchen management role within a restaurant or similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership skills to motivate and guide the kitchen team.
• Understanding of food safety and hygiene practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all kitchen operations to ensure smooth service.
• Lead, train, and inspire the kitchen team.
• Maintain the highest standards of food preparation and hygiene.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organizational abilities

Multitasking abilities

Cooking passion

Pressure management

Job description

Overview

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

Slim Chickens is part of the BRG group, a growing hospitality group of brands, committed to delivering a memorable guest experience and an amazing working environment. We’re on a mission to serve up the best chicken around and provide opportunities to develop, grow and learn new skills alongside great colleagues in hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing all kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service
• Leading, training, and inspiring the kitchen team to deliver high-quality food
• Maintaining the highest standards of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene
• Managing inventory, ordering supplies, and controlling food costs
• Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
• Collaborating with the management team to drive the restaurant’s success
• Creating a positive and motivating work environment in the kitchen
• Handling any kitchen-related issues and resolving them promptly

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a kitchen management role within a restaurant or similar fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a kitchen team
• A passion for cooking and delivering consistently great food
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities
• A deep understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
• Ability to work well under pressure and in a high-energy environment
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and bank holidays

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Generous Colleague Discount: Enjoy 50% off your total bill for you and 5 friends across all of our Brands, plus 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: Benefit from free mortgage advice and access to our Financial & Wellbeing Centre
• Access Your Pay Anytime: With Wagestream, you can tap into your earnings whenever you need them
• Stay Well: Healthcare Cashplan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses by referring friends to join our team
• Career Advancement: Excellent opportunities for growth and development within our diverse brand portfolio
• Flexible Working: Flexible scheduling options to support work-life balance

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!