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Posted 23 July, 2026

Assistant Restaurant General Manager

KFC UK
Coleraine, County Londonderry, United Kingdom Full Time
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Join Our Team as an Assistant Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC — Home of the Real Ones!

At KFC, we’re proud to serve the world’s best chicken, a tradition that started back in 1939 when our Colonel had a brilliant idea for finger-lickin’ good chicken. Today, we’re a part of over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride, and iconic reputation that began in Kentucky.

We’re looking for individuals who are original, individual, and fresh. Here, you can be yourself and make something of yourself. We work hard and share laughs every day, building a community as we serve our original recipe chicken.

In our environment, ambition flourishes, careers develop, 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 you. Because that’s what makes us, us!

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 crush our performance goals. You’ll own the atmosphere and guest experience, ensuring everything runs smoothly and creating a welcoming environment for both guests and team members.

What Will You Spend Your Time Doing?

  • Support Like a Leader: Take ownership of the restaurant, drive performance, hit goals, and keep the vibe alive.
  • Help Build a Dream Team: Train, coach, and motivate your crew to exceed expectations.
  • Hit Those Targets: Own your KPIs, support the team, and ensure every shift delivers results.
  • Keep Everything Running Smooth: Manage the admin tasks, from rosters to stock, ensuring solid behind-the-scenes operations.
  • Make Every Guest Feel Special: Turn first-timers into regulars with memorable experiences.

What We’d Love From You:

  • You Lead by Example: You’ve managed teams before and know how to bring out the best in others.
  • You Understand People: You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and ensure everyone feels valued.
  • You Keep Things Running: You ensure smooth operations — efficient, clean, and compliant, even during busy times.

Keeping It Real

At KFC, we don’t just hire staff — we hire people. People with real lives and aspirations, building real careers. Each of us has something unique to contribute, and we encourage you to share your perspective.

We welcome everyone, regardless of background or future aspirations. We’ll look out for you because you’re one of us, not just an employee. We invest in your potential and give you the freedom to be yourself, wherever you are in life.

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
  • 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’re here to support you in being yourself, whether you’re already part of our team or looking to join us.

Our promise is simple: every applicant will have an equal opportunity to work here, 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 have any requirements, just let us know. We’re here to help you be the real you.

Ready?

If you’re excited to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply!

Worried you don’t tick all the boxes? Don’t be — we’d still love to hear from you!

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