Slim Chickens- Assistant Manager

Slim-Chickens; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Slim Chickens is seeking a high-energy General Manager to lead both front-of-house and back-of-house operations in our Sioux Falls restaurant. The role requires strong leadership, a hands-on approach, and a proven track record in fast-casual restaurant management to drive quality, service and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities include supervising Shift Leaders and staff, managing scheduling, training, and disciplinary actions, and ensuring safe, compliant operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate clearly.
• Proficient math skills and comfort with numbers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day restaurant operations to meet quality, service and sanitation standards.
• Supervise Shift Leaders and hourly staff; assign daily tasks and duties.
• Manage inventory and ordering to maintain stock levels across all areas.
• Reconcile cash registers at opening/closing shifts and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and state/federal laws.

Skills

Communication

Reading and writing

Verbal communication

Numerical skills

Computer skills

Professional demeanor

Maturity

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Computer systems

Job description

Slim Chickens is the fastest growing Brand in the fast-casual segment. Enjoy being a part of that growth as a member of the management team in Sioux Falls, SD. The opportunity requires FOH and BOH management experience in a “fast-casual’ restaurant and the desire, work ethic, skills, and experience to move your career forward.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OPERATIONS

• Oversee all day-to-day restaurant operations to ensure Company standards for quality food, service, and sanitation are met.
• Manage and supervise Shift Leaders and hourly staff.
• Assign and direct daily work responsibilities for staff.
• Order inventory for all areas and operations to ensure the restaurant is stocked with appropriate levels of product.
• Reconcile cash registers at open and close of each shift.
• Maintain all records as required by Company policies and procedures, and in compliance with state and federal law.
• Maintain staff compliance with Company policies, procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Maintain staff compliance with state and federal laws governing safety and food handling.

MANAGEMENT

• Recruit, interview, select and hire quality staff for all positions.
• Conduct orientation and train Shift Leaders and other hourly staff to ensure employees perform their respective jobs.
• Perform performance reviews of Shift Leaders at General Manager’s request and other hourly staff on a regular basis. Provide ongoing feedback, coaching, and counseling to Shift Leaders and hourly staff regarding areas such as production, efficiency, and professionalism.
• Perform counseling, disciplinary action or termination of employment of Shift Leaders and other hourly staff.
• Recommend any promotion, advancement, or other status change of Shift Leaders and other hourly staff to General Manager.
• Adjust work schedules and hours of work of Shift Leaders and hourly staff, as needed, to ensure all shifts are covered. Recommend any scheduling or shift changes to General Manager.
• Approve overtime as necessary for hourly staff.

LEADERSHIP

• Display exemplary and professional attitude and appearance at all times.
• Listen and communicate effectively with General Manager, Shift Leaders and hourly staff, guests, vendors, and the community.
• Conduct management and staff meetings, as directed by General Manager.
• Follow the General Manager’s direction and accomplish objectives set by the General Manager.
• Review objectives with Shift Leaders and hourly staff as necessary.
• Delegate appropriate tasks and responsibilities as necessary.
• Resolve employee complaints, questions or concerns as necessary.

WORK CONDITION REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours.
• Periods of standing and walking, as necessary.
• Frequent contact with guests, requiring tact and courtesy.
• Frequent contact with subordinates, requiring direction and supervision.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Ability to read, write and verbally communicate well.
• Proficient math skills and comfort with numbers.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Demonstrates maturity and professional demeanor at all times.
• Friendly, outgoing personality.
• Well-groomed, professional appearance.
• Positive attitude and self-discipline.