At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead kitchen operations, inspire your team, and ensure top-notch food quality.
- Company: Join Slim Chickens, a vibrant and growing hospitality brand with a laid-back vibe.
- Benefits: Enjoy 50% off meals, exclusive discounts, flexible working, and career advancement opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with endless growth potential and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Be part of a mission to serve the best chicken while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in kitchen management, strong leadership, and a passion for great food.
The predicted salary is between 26400 - 31200 £ per year.
Slim Chickens serves up southern-inspired fresh delicious chicken tenders, wings, and sandwiches in a casual, laid-back setting! Why Slim Chickens? Slim Chickens is a Sunday Times Best Big Company to Work For 2025 and 2026, where you’ll have endless opportunities to develop, grow, and learn new skills while working alongside some of the best colleagues in hospitality. There has never been a better time to join us! Slim's is where southern-inspired flavours meet a vibrant, modern vibe. We’re on a mission to serve up the best chicken around, and as we grow, we need a Kitchen Manager who’s as excited about our journey as we are.
Slim's is part of Boparan Restaurant Group (BRG), a growing hospitality group of brands, committed to our goal of striving to become the Best Restaurant Group in everything we do. We’re obsessed with building credibility, going above and beyond, and delivering a memorable guest experience and an amazing working environment. At BRG, we live by our 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:
- Overseeing all kitchen operations to ensure smooth and efficient service
- Leading, training, and inspiring the kitchen team to deliver high-quality food
- Maintaining the highest standards of food preparation, presentation, and hygiene
- Managing inventory, ordering supplies, and controlling food costs
- Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations
- Collaborating with the management team to drive the restaurant’s success
- Creating a positive and motivating work environment in the kitchen
- Handling any kitchen-related issues and resolving them promptly
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in a kitchen management role within a restaurant or similar fast-paced environment
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide a kitchen team
- A passion for cooking and delivering consistently great food
- Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities
- A deep understanding of food safety and hygiene practices
- Ability to work well under pressure and in a high-energy environment
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including weekends and bank holidays
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Generous Colleague Discount: Enjoy 50% off your total bill for you and 5 friends across all of our Brands!
- Exclusive Discounts: Access special offers and discounts at thousands of online and high-street retailers.
- Secure Your Future: Benefit from free mortgage advice and access to our Financial & Wellbeing Centre.
- Access Your Pay Anytime: With our partner Wagestream, you can tap into your earnings whenever you need them.
- Stay Well: Take advantage of our Healthcare Cashplan and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Referral Rewards: Earn bonuses by referring your friends to join our team.
- Career Advancement: Enjoy excellent opportunities for growth and development within our diverse brand portfolio.
- Flexible Working: Find a work-life balance with flexible scheduling options.
If you’re ready to step up, lead a team, and have fun whilst doing it, Slim Chickens is where you need to be!
Kitchen Manager in Whickham employer: Slim Chickens - Newcastle
At Slim Chickens Newcastle, we pride ourselves on being a Sunday Times Best Big Company to Work For, offering a vibrant work culture where you can thrive as a Kitchen Manager. With generous benefits like a 50% colleague discount, flexible working options, and ample opportunities for career advancement within the Boparan Restaurant Group, you'll be part of a team that values integrity, hard work, and a passion for great food. Join us in creating memorable experiences for our guests while enjoying a supportive environment that fosters personal and professional growth.
