Assistant Restaurant GM: Lead, Motivate & Deliver

Iceking Restaurants; Addlestone; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Extra holiday

Free chicken & chips every shift

Gym discounts

200+ high street perks & cashback

Wellbeing support

Job summary

KFC in Addlestone is seeking a hands-on leader to drive daily restaurant performance, guest experience, and team morale. You’ll own operations, verify standards, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere for guests and staff alike.

We value people who lead by example, coach teams to excel, and maintain smooth, compliant operations even in busy periods. Join us to help our guests feel at home while you grow your career with KFC.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Operations

Job description

KFC in Addlestone is seeking a hands-on leader to drive daily restaurant performance, guest experience, and team morale. You’ll own operations, verify standards, and ensure a welcoming atmosphere for guests and staff alike.

We value people who lead by example, coach teams to excel, and maintain smooth, compliant operations even in busy periods. Join us to help our guests feel at home while you grow your career with KFC.