General Manager

Company: Slim Chickens UK & Europe
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Location: Cannock Wood
Job Description:

General Manager – Slim Chickens Cannock

Slim Chickens offers southern‑inspired chicken tenders, wings and sandwiches in a casual, laid‑back setting. Join a team that thrives on creating memorable guest experiences and building a positive working environment.

Why Slim Chickens?

Slim Chickens was named a Sunday Times Best Big Company to Work For 2025. The company continually aims to grow, develop talent and provide a supportive workplace for its staff.

Core Values

  • Honest – Acting with integrity in everything we do
  • Hardworking – Giving our best, every day
  • Hungry – Always striving for growth and excellence
  • Heart – Caring deeply about our people, our guests and our communities

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Taking ownership for the day‑to‑day leadership of the restaurant and team
  • Leading a team to deliver the ultimate guest experience
  • Coming up with fresh, creative ideas to drive sales
  • Ensuring the highest standards of food quality, hygiene and health and safety
  • Creating a fun and motivating work atmosphere where your team can thrive
  • Connecting with guests, exceeding their expectations so they return again and again
  • Analyzing the numbers and finding ways to improve performance

What We’re Looking For

  • Experience leading in a restaurant or similar fast‑paced, guest‑focused environment
  • Personable, with the skills to inspire and motivate a team
  • Someone who lives and breathes hospitality and top‑tier service
  • Great communicator
  • Organized, with the ability to prioritize tasks
  • A problem solver who is hands‑on and ready to take on challenges
  • Able to keep calm, cool and focused in a busy setting
  • Flexible availability that includes weekends, late nights and bank holidays

Why You’ll Love It Here

  • Generous colleague discount: 50% off your total bill for you and five friends across all of our brands
  • Exclusive discounts via the BRG Spark App at online and high‑street retailers, restaurants, entertainment, gym memberships and more
  • Free mortgage advice and access to our Financial & Wellbeing Centre
  • Access to earn up‑front pay through Wagestream
  • Healthcare Cashplan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
  • Referral rewards: Earn bonuses by referring friends to join our team
  • Clear career advancement opportunities across the BRG group
  • Flexible working – find a balance with flexible scheduling options
  • Performance bonuses that reward your dedication and success

Skills

  • Fast‑paced experience
  • Operations management
  • Food safety
  • Leadership

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Posted: May 2nd, 2026