General Manager

Slim-Chickens; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Slim Chickens in Independence, MO is seeking a General Manager to lead our passionate crew and deliver outstanding guest experiences.

You will oversee daily restaurant operations, recruit and develop staff, manage schedules and inventories, reconcile cash, and uphold food safety, cleanliness, and brand standards. A hands-on leader with strong communication and guest-service focus will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of restaurant management experience.
• Strong leadership and team development skills.
• Excellent communication and guest service mindset.
• Proven ability to manage operations, inventory and cash handling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure top-quality food, service, and sanitation.
• Manage and supervise Shift Leaders and hourly staff with enthusiasm and care.
• Assign daily work tasks and maintain proper inventory levels.
• Reconcile cash registers and maintain accurate records in compliance with laws and company policies.
• Ensure all staff adhere to safety, food handling, and company standards.
• Recruit, interview, and hire motivated staff for all positions.
• Train and develop Shift Leaders and hourly employees to perform at their best.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and handle disciplinary actions when necessary.
• Adjust schedules to maintain smooth operations and approve overtime as needed.
• Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude at all times.
• Communicate effectively with management, staff, guests, and vendors.
• Lead team meetings and delegate tasks to achieve company goals.
• Resolve employee concerns with tact and professionalism.

Skills

Restaurant management

Leadership

Staff supervision

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Slim Chickens - General Manager

Are you looking for a dynamic work environment where your leadership skills can truly shine? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, fun, and loving team atmosphere? If yes, Slim Chickens invites you to join us as a talented General Manager to lead our passionate crew!

At Slim Chickens, we pride ourselves on using 100% all-natural premium tenderloins, hand-breaded with a southern-style buttermilk marinad that has made us a household favorite. Join us and be part of a growing, enthusiastic brand that values quality, customer service, and team development. This full-time, on-site role offers you the chance to sharpen your management skills while working with a delicious menu and a dedicated team.

Key Responsibilities - Operations

• Oversee daily restaurant operations to ensure top-quality food, service, and sanitation
• Manage and supervise Shift Leaders and hourly staff with enthusiasm and care
• Assign daily work tasks and maintain proper inventory levels
• Reconcile cash registers and maintain accurate records in compliance with laws and company policies
• Ensure all staff adhere to safety, food handling, and company standards

Key Responsibilities - Management

• Recruit, interview, and hire motivated staff for all positions
• Train and develop Shift Leaders and hourly employees to perform at their best
• Conduct performance reviews, provide coaching, and handle disciplinary actions when necessary
• Adjust schedules to maintain smooth operations and approve overtime as needed

Key Responsibilities - Leadership

• Demonstrate a professional and positive attitude at all times
• Communicate effectively with management, staff, guests, and vendors
• Lead team meetings and delegate tasks to achieve company goals
• Resolve employee concerns with tact and professionalism

Work Conditions & Qualifications

• Flexible schedule with willingness to work extended hours
• Ability to stand and walk frequently during shifts
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Excellent communication, math, and computer skills
• At least 3 years of restaurant management experience
• Friendly, outgoing personality with a well-groomed, professional appearance
• Positive attitude, maturity, and self-discipline

Location: Independence 4641 S Cochise Ct, Independence, MO 64055, USA

We use the best cut you can get for our tenders. From the outset, 100% all-natural premium tenderloins have been the building block for our entire menu. Our time-tested recipe has become a household favorite, locking in flavor with our southern-style buttermilk marinad, and lightly breaded by hand with every order.
Store #1 opened in Fayetteville, Arkansas on February 17, 2003. Within 6 years we crossed the state line, 4 more years opened our first franchise location, 4 years after that went international, and now, just 2 years later we’re celebrating Store #100, opening in Little Rock, Arkansas on December 17, 2019…and it’s just as exhilarating as day one. With every new store brings a renewed dedication to customers, to stay true to our original mission and true to our roots.