Assistant Manager

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC); Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food restaurant in Eastbourne is seeking a restaurant leader to assist in managing the operations and drive team performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in team management, operational efficiency, and a passion for guest satisfaction. Competitive pay, bonuses, and perks like free meals and gym discounts included.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus

Extra holiday

Life assurance

Free chicken & chips every shift

25% staff discount

Gym discounts

200+ high street perks & cashback

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Experience in team management and leadership roles.
• Ability to build and maintain strong teams.
• Proficient in managing restaurant operations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist in taking ownership of the restaurant and driving performance.
• Train, coach, and motivate crew members.
• Ensure smooth operations and maintain standards.
• Create memorable guest experiences.

Skills

Team management

Interpersonal skills

Operational efficiency

Inclusivity support

Job description

Overview

Welcome to KFC. Home of the real ones. We sell the world's best chicken. We've done it for a long old time - since 1939, when the idea of finger lickin' good chicken popped into our Colonel's head. Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky all those years ago. People who are original. Individual. Fresh. We come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day - building our own community, as we serve our original recipe chicken to the ones we're in. In our place, ambition grows. Careers build. Potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere. If you join our team, we only ask one thing: that you be you. Because that makes us, us.

Here's more about the job.

Role and responsibilities

Note: The following responsibilities describe the core activities of the role and are not necessarily in a specific order.

• Support like a leader. Assist in taking ownership of the restaurant - help drive performance, hit goals, and keep the vibe alive.
• Help build a dream team. Train, coach, and motivate your crew to not only meet standards but go beyond them.
• Hit those targets. Own your KPIs, support the team, and make sure every shift delivers what\'s expected.
• Keep everything running smooth. Stay on top of the admin - from rosters to stock, you help ensure the behind-the-scenes work is solid.
• Make every guest feel special. Assist in turning first-timers into regulars with moments that keep them coming back.

What we’d love from you (Qualifications/experience)

• You lead by example. You\'ve helped manage teams before and know how to bring out the best in others.
• You understand people. You support building strong teams, handle tough convos, and make sure everyone feels valued.
• You keep things running. You help ensure smooth operations - efficient, clean, compliant - even when things get hectic.
• Equality and inclusion: you support an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds are welcomed.

About the company and culture

We do things a little differently here. Some of our restaurants are run by KFC directly (our Equity team), while others are owned by our Franchise partners. So, things like benefits might vary a bit depending on where you work - but the heart, the culture, and that finger lickin\' feeling are the same wherever you join us. We do things the right way. It isn\'t always easy, but it\'s always better. We lead with our hearts, work hard and have fun - and we welcome everyone.

What’s in it for you

• Pay rate
• Quarterly BONUS that rewards the 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

Equal opportunity and support

Our promise is this: every person who applies to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity to work here. We encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries. If you need any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements – just let us know. We\'ll be there to help you be the real you.