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Slim Chickens; Fayetteville (AR); On-site; USD 17,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Scholarships Available

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Slim Chickens in Fayetteville, AR is hiring team members to support Front of House and Back of House operations. You’ll train across multiple positions and then be placed where your skills fit best, with growth potential in a fast-paced environment.

There is a $500 sign-on bonus and pay up to $18.00/hour, reflecting entry-level hospitality roles. The team emphasizes hustle, heart, and a collaborative, customer-focused culture.

Qualifications

• High energy with a strong work ethic.
• Outgoing and guest-focused demeanor.
• Ability to thrive during peak lunch and dinner times.
• Willingness to learn new technologies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Gains experience in Front of House and Back of House roles.
• After training, placed in a role that matches skills and restaurant needs.
• Opportunities for growth within the fast-casual setting.

Skills

High energy

Strong work ethic

People skills

Positive attitude

Ability to work under pressure

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Fayetteville, AR 72703, $500 sign-on bonus + up to $18.00 an hour!

We’re not just another chicken joint—we’re one of the fastest-growing brands in the game, built on hand-made food and bold ambition. At Slim Chickens, every tenderloin gets the royal treatment: brined, buttermilk-soaked, hand-breaded, and cooked fresh to order. That same care and craft goes into how we grow our people.

If you’ve got hustle, heart, and an entrepreneurial spark, this is the place to prove yourself and shape your career. Our team thrives on real connection—working fast, thinking big, and building something that makes an impact every day. Here, you’ll be trusted to make decisions, empowered to own your work, and part of a crew that’s taking this brand to the next level.

Slim Chickens is growing fast. The only question is—are you ready to grow with us?

About the Role:

You’ll gain experience in multiple Front and Back of House positions, preparing you to fill any role as needed. After training, you’ll be placed in a role that best suits your skills and the restaurant’s needs. Key positions include:

• Front of House: Cashier/Runner, Drive-Thru, Expeditor (Expo)
• Back of House: Cook, SSW (Service Side Worker), Prep, QB

This role offers a path to growth in the fast-casual restaurant industry with a supportive, team-oriented environment.

*Scholarships Available

Slim Chickens is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all open positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, citizenship status, national origin, marital status, military/veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, and physical or mental disability.

Qualifications: Requirements:

• High energy with a strong work ethic
• Personable with a natural smile
• Outgoing
• Guest focused
• Positive and friendly phone presence
• Ability to handle pressure during peak times (lunch and dinner)
• Willingness to learn new technologies and procedures
• Ability to follow instructions
• Availability to work in other areas of the restaurant as needed

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Well-groomed, professional appearance
• Positive Attitude and self-disciplined
• Professional demeanor at all times