Assistant Restaurant GM: Lead Ops & Elevate Team Performance

KFC UK; Preston; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Extra holiday

Life assurance

Free chicken & chips

Staff discount

Gym discounts

Wellbeing support

200+ high street perks & cashback

Job summary

KFC UK in Preston is seeking an Assistant Restaurant General Manager to lead the team, drive day-to-day operations, and ensure an outstanding guest experience.

You’ll own performance metrics, coach and develop staff, manage rosters and stock, and keep the restaurant clean, compliant, and welcoming.

If you bring leadership, people skills, and a hands-on approach, you’ll fit right in with our energetic culture at KFC.

Qualifications

• Lead by example and bring out the best in others.
• Understand people and build strong teams.
• Keep operations running smoothly, even when busy.

Responsibilities

• Support like a leader. Take ownership of the restaurant - drive performance, hit goals, and keep the vibe alive.
• Train, coach, and motivate your crew to not only meet standards but go beyond them.
• Own your KPIs, support the team, and ensure shifts deliver what’s expected.
• Manage rostering and stock to keep behind-the-scenes work solid.
• Create a welcoming guest experience that turns first-timers into regulars.

Job description

KFC UK in Preston is seeking an Assistant Restaurant General Manager to lead the team, drive day-to-day operations, and ensure an outstanding guest experience.

You’ll own performance metrics, coach and develop staff, manage rosters and stock, and keep the restaurant clean, compliant, and welcoming.

If you bring leadership, people skills, and a hands-on approach, you’ll fit right in with our energetic culture at KFC.