KFC Restaurant General Manager - Rockhampton

Collins Foods Limited; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored Compensation Packages

Public Holiday Allowance

Recharge Days

Career development

Long Service Leave

Sustainability commitment

Job summary

Collins Foods Limited in Rockhampton North is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead a busy KFC operation with a people-first, hands-on leadership style. You will drive guest experiences, coach the team, and ensure smooth daily operations.

You will oversee rosters, training, safety, and financial performance, while fostering a positive culture and delivering results in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in restaurant or hospitality management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Hands-on approach with a focus on results.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and lead a passionate crew to serve up memorable customer experiences daily.
• Oversee rosters, inventory, training, and performance management.
• Ensure safety, hygiene and WHS standards across operations.
• Drive sales, manage costs and make data-driven decisions.
• Develop a team culture that is inclusive, energetic and service-oriented.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer focus

People management

Problem solving

Job description

KFC Restaurant General Manager - Rockhampton

Collins Foods Limited – North Rockhampton QLD

Cook Up Your Career as our Restaurant General Manager at KFC Rockhampton North

Are you ready to bring Big Flavour Energy to your next leadership role?

We’re on the lookout for a bold, hands-on leader to take charge at KFC Rockhampton North as our next Restaurant General Manager. If you're all about people-first leadership, crave high energy, and know how to hustle with heart, this is your time to lead the bucket.

What’s in It for You? (A.K.A The Gravy)

• Tailored Compensation Packages – Competitive and flexible to suit your skills
• Salary - Commencing From $80,700 + allowances + bonus*
• $300 Public Holiday Allowance – Because your hustle deserves a little extra
• Recharge Days – Ability to access a paid day off every 4 weeks (up to 13 extra days off!)
• Cookin’ Up Careers – Access to development programmes
• 7-Year Early Access Long Service Leave – We reward loyalty early
• Sustainability Commitment – We're reducing energy use by 25% by 2026 (and proud of it!)

What You'll Be Cookin’ Up:

• Inspire and lead a passionate crew to serve up those finger lickin' good experiences every day
• Oversee the daily sizzle – rosters, inventory, training, and performance
• Make sure every piece of chicken is served to Original Recipe standards (aka: safe, fresh, hot, and delicious!)
• Keep your restaurant running like clockwork with a sharp eye on food safety, hygiene and WHS
• Drive results like a boss – boosting sales, managing costs, and making smart decisions
• Create a crew who care – building a culture that’s inclusive, fun, and high on team spirit

What You’ll Bring to the Bucket:

• Customer-first mindset with proven experience handling feedback and turning tough moments into great ones.
• Strong communicator - clear, confident, and effective across both written and verbal channels.
• Tech-savvy operator with solid computer skills to manage systems, reporting, and day-to-day operations.
• Leadership legend - experienced in hiring, training, performance management, and leading teams through challenges.
• Business-smart - confident with P&Ls, payroll, and store admin to drive results and keep things running smooth.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven experience in restaurant or hospitality management
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• A hands-on approach with a focus on results
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment

About Collins Foods Limited

We’re not just about chicken – we’re about people, passion and purpose.
Collins Foods is an ASX-listed company operating 350+ KFC Restaurants across Australia, The Netherlands, and Germany. With 20,000+ employees globally and a vision to be the World’s Top Restaurant Operator, we’re growing fast – and want you to grow with us.

What’s Next?

If you're ready to spice up your career and bring the heat to KFC Rockhampton North, we’d love to hear from you.