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Deputy General Manager - Houston Hot Chicken
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At Houston Hot Chicken, we're bringing bold Nashville-style chicken, big energy and unforgettable guest experiences to the UK. We're looking for an ambitious Deputy General Manager to help lead one of our restaurants and play a key role in building one of the UK's most exciting new restaurant brands.
Working alongside the General Manager, you'll help drive sales, deliver exceptional hospitality, develop a high-performing team and ensure every guest leaves wanting more. Whether it's a busy restaurant service, takeaway demand or delivery operation, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary
- Bonus opportunity
- Career development in a fast-growing brand
- Industry-leading training and support
- Free meals on shift
- Team discounts
- Be part of an exciting launch journey from the beginning
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What you'll do
- Support the General Manager to deliver sales, profit and operational targets.
- Lead from the front to deliver outstanding guest experiences every day.
- Recruit, coach and develop a high-performing team.
- Drive food quality, consistency and operational excellence.
- Manage labour, food and controllable costs to maximise profitability.
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, compliance and health & safety.
- Take full ownership of the restaurant when the General Manager isn't on site.
What we're looking for
- Previous management experience within a branded QSR or hospitality business.
- Strong commercial awareness and a passion for delivering results.
- A natural coach who can motivate and develop others.
- Someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys leading from the front.
- A people-first leader who creates an inclusive and positive team culture.
- Passion for hospitality and delivering unforgettable guest experiences.
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Why Houston Hot Chicken?
This is more than just another restaurant opening. It's a chance to shape a brand from the ground up, influence how we grow and build a culture that people want to be part of.
If you're ready to bring the heat, develop a great team and help build the future of Houston Hot Chicken, we'd love to hear from you.
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