Restaurant General Manager

Join Our Team as a Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC — the home of the real ones! Since 1939, we’ve been serving the world’s best chicken, and we’re proud to bring our iconic recipe to over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland. Here, we celebrate originality, individuality, and a fresh approach to work. We come together to be ourselves and to create something amazing.

At KFC, ambition flourishes, careers thrive, and potential knows no bounds. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere. If you join our team, we ask just one thing: be you. Because that’s what makes us, us!

About the Role

As a Restaurant General Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full ownership of the restaurant while smashing performance goals. Your mission? Build a team that doesn’t just meet standards but exceeds them. You’ll own the numbers, the vibe, and the overall experience, ensuring everything runs smoothly while creating a thriving environment for both guests and team members.

What Will You Spend Your Time Doing?

• Lead with Purpose: Take full ownership of the restaurant, drive performance, hit goals, and set the vibe.
• Build a Winning Team: Train, coach, and motivate your team to not just meet standards but to raise them.
• Own Your KPIs: Push the team to deliver every shift, every day, keeping operations tight and efficient.
• Manage the Back Office: Stay on top of admin tasks like rosters, stock, and reporting to ensure smooth operations.
• Create Unforgettable Experiences: Turn first-timers into regulars by crafting memorable moments.

What We’d Love From You:

• Leadership Skills: You’ve managed teams before and know how to bring out the best in people.
• Team Builder: You create a culture where everyone feels valued and seen.
• Operational Excellence: You keep operations efficient, clean, and compliant, even in chaos.

Keeping It Real

At KFC, we don’t just hire staff — we hire people. Each of us has something unique to contribute, and we encourage you to bring your perspective. We welcome everyone, regardless of background or future aspirations. We’re here to support you in being your true self, and we’ll invest in your potential because that’s what we do best.

What’s in It for You?

We offer benefits that make your life easier because we understand the juggle is real:

• Competitive Pay: £38,000 - £42,000
• Quarterly Bonus: Rewards for your hustle!
• Extra Holiday: More time to recharge.
• Life Assurance: We’ve got you covered.
• Free Chicken & Chips: Enjoy delicious meals every shift!
• 25% Staff Discount: Treat yourself!
• Gym Discounts: Stay active and healthy.
• 200+ High Street Perks & Cashback: Enjoy great savings.
• Wellbeing Support: We genuinely care about your wellbeing.

KFC for Everyone

Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, KFC is a place where you can bring your authentic self to work. We promise equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries.

If you need additional support during the application process, or if you have a disability or condition that may affect your performance, just let us know. We’re here to help you be the real you.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re excited to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply! Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box — we’d still love to hear from you. #LifeatKFC