Assistant Restaurant General Manager

Join Our Team as an Assistant Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC — Home of the Real Ones!

Since 1939, we've been serving the world’s best chicken, bringing the grit and pride of Kentucky to over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland. Here, we celebrate originality, individuality, and a fresh approach to work. We come together to build a community, serving our iconic recipe chicken with a side of laughter and hard work.

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

Excited? Here’s what the role entails:

About the Role

As an Assistant Restaurant General Manager, you’ll support the team, take charge of daily operations, and help us not just meet, but exceed our performance goals. You’ll own the atmosphere and guest experience, ensuring everything runs smoothly and everyone feels right at home.

Your Responsibilities

• Lead with Purpose: Assist in taking ownership of the restaurant, driving performance, hitting goals, and keeping the vibe alive.
• Build Your Dream Team: Train, coach, and motivate your crew to not only meet standards but to surpass them.
• Achieve Targets: Own your KPIs, support the team, and ensure every shift delivers excellence.
• Keep Operations Smooth: Manage the admin side — from rosters to stock, ensuring everything behind the scenes is solid.
• Create Memorable Experiences: Help turn first-time guests into regulars with moments that keep them coming back.

What We’re Looking For

• Leadership Skills: You’ve managed teams before and know how to bring out the best in others.
• People Skills: You excel at building strong teams, handling tough conversations, and ensuring everyone feels valued.
• Operational Excellence: You help maintain smooth operations — efficient, clean, and compliant, even during busy times.

Keeping It Real

At KFC, we don’t just hire staff; we hire people. Each of us has unique aspirations and contributions to make. We welcome everyone, regardless of background, and we’re committed to supporting you in your journey. We’ll invest in your potential because it’s what we’ve always done, and we’ll give you the freedom to be yourself.

What’s in It for You?

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

• Pay rate: £32,000 - £35,000
• Quarterly BONUS that rewards your hustle
• Extra holiday – more time to recharge
• Life assurance – we’ve got you covered
• Free chicken & chips every shift
• 25% staff discount
• Gym discounts to keep you moving
• 200+ high street perks & cashback
• Wellbeing support that actually helps

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 everyone who applies, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

If you need additional support during the application process or have any requirements, 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! And don’t worry if you don’t tick every box — we’d still love to hear from you.

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