Slim Chickens - General Manager

JR United Kingdom; Lisburn; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant brand is seeking a passionate General Manager to lead their Lisburn location. The ideal candidate will inspire their team, ensure operational excellence, and enhance guest experiences. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a proven track record in hospitality, this is your opportunity to grow and lead with purpose.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a General Manager in hospitality or retail.
• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a high-performing team focused on training and development.
• Ensure operational excellence and compliance with health & safety standards.
• Drive commercial performance and manage P&L effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Commercial Awareness

Job description

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Client:

KK Restaurants SW Ltd

Location:

Lisburn, United Kingdom

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Position: General Manager

Brand: Slim Chickens

Location: Lisburn (NI)

Do you live and breathe hospitality? Are you a people-first leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment?

We're on the hunt for an exceptional General Manager to take the reins of one of our busy restaurants and lead it to success.

As General Manager, you’ll be the heart and soul of your restaurant. From inspiring your team to delivering outstanding customer experiences, you’ll lead from the front with passion, accountability, and energy.

Lead & Motivate Your Team

• Build and nurture a high-performing team with a strong focus on training, development, and progression.
• Set the tone on the floor – hands-on leadership, clear communication, and creating a fun, focused work culture.
• Manage scheduling, recruitment, and team performance to maintain high staff morale and low turnover.

Deliver Operational Excellence

• Ensure every shift runs smoothly – from kitchen to front of house – with consistently high standards.
• Own your restaurant’s compliance across health & safety, food hygiene, and company policies.
• Conduct regular audits, address issues promptly, and follow through on corrective actions.

Drive Commercial Performance

• Take full ownership of your P&L – control costs, manage stock, and deliver on sales and profitability targets.
• Track KPIs and performance metrics, making data-driven decisions to improve efficiency and revenue.
• Roll out local marketing initiatives to build community engagement and boost trade.

Create a Brilliant Guest Experience

• Be present on the floor, engaging with guests and leading by example.
• Resolve complaints swiftly and professionally, turning issues into opportunities to impress.
• Make every guest feel valued, welcomed, and eager to return.

About You:

• Proven experience as a General Manager in hospitality, retail, or a similar fast-paced, customer-facing environment.
• A natural leader who inspires confidence, positivity, and accountability in their team.
• Strong commercial awareness and experience managing budgets and driving profitability.
• Obsessed with service quality and passionate about people development.
• Confident using performance data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Flexible, hands-on, and resilient – no task too small, no challenge too big.

Take the next step in your career – and lead with purpose.

Apply now and join a brand where growth, passion, and people come first.