Assistant Manager - Chicken Salad Chick Lead with Purpose. Grow with Us. Are you a natural leader who loves developing people, delivering exceptional guest experiences, and creating a positive team culture? Chicken Salad Chick Batavia & St. Charles is looking for an Assistant Manager to help lead our growing restaurant. This is an opportunity to join a locally owned business where your leadership truly makes a difference. Why You'll Love Working Here Closed every Sunday No fryers Better work-life balance than traditional restaurants Competitive pay Paid training and leadership development Growth opportunities within a growing multi-unit organization Supportive ownership and management team Positive, team-first culture Free employee meals What You'll Do Lead daily restaurant operations and ensure an exceptional guest experience Coach, train, and develop team members Build a positive, high-performing team culture Assist with hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and team development Manage food quality, cleanliness, and food safety standards Help achieve sales, labor, and food cost goals Lead by example during busy lunch and dinner shifts Solve problems quickly while maintaining a positive attitude Support the General Manager in all aspects of restaurant operations
We're Looking For Someone Who:
Has restaurant leadership experience (Assistant Manager, Shift Leader, or similar) Leads with integrity and accountability Is passionate about hospitality and serving others Builds strong relationships with guests and team members Thrives in a fast-paced environment Is organized, dependable, and detail-oriented Wants to grow their leadership career Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis. Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and move throughout the restaurant for extended periods during scheduled shifts. Ability to perform duties in all areas of the restaurant, including the kitchen, food preparation, service line, and front-of-house as business needs require. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety, quality, and exceptional guest service. Preferred Qualifications 2+ years of restaurant leadership experience Experience with scheduling, inventory, and team development Food safety certification is a plus At Chicken Salad Chick, we believe our people are our greatest asset. If you're looking for a leadership opportunity where you can make an impact, grow professionally, and enjoy a healthier restaurant lifestyle, we'd love to meet you. Apply today! We're interviewing immediately and looking to hire the right leader as soon as possible. Company Introduction Chicken Salad Chick provides a delicious menu with a variety of 12 Chicken Salads, homemade sides, delicious soups, and great sandwiches. This location is one of the originals to the franchise and we are looking for a hospitality professional to help us maintain a team of excellence and superb service.