Could you be our next Kitchen Manager in Slim Chickens Newcastle?

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 Brand's, 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 setting 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 We’re offering more than just a role; we’re offering a rewarding career path with exciting benefits:

Generous Colleague Discount: Enjoy 50% off your total bill for you and 5 friends across all of our Brands, because excellent food is meant to be shared You can also get 20% off at Carluccio’s retail gift shop & deli (in store and online)

Exclusive Discounts: Access special offers and discounts at thousands of online and high-street retailers, restaurants, entertainment, gifting, gym membership and many many more through our BRG Spark App

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

Skills

Fast-Paced Experience

Leadership

Food Safety

Kitchen Safety

📌 Kitchen Manager (Newcastle)
🏢 Boparan Restaurant Group
📍 Newcastle