Assistant Restaurant GM — Lead Ops & Guest Experience

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC); Lower Halstock Leigh; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Extra holiday

Life assurance

Free chicken & chips every shift

Staff discount 25%

Gym discounts

200+ high street perks & cashback

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Kentucky Fried Chicken is hiring in the UK to lead daily restaurant operations and champion guest experience. You’ll guide frontline teams, ensure smooth shifts, and drive performance while keeping the atmosphere welcoming and fun for guests and colleagues alike.

We value people-focused leaders who can coach, motivate, and stay adaptable in a fast-paced environment, delivering consistent results and a great service vibe every day.

Qualifications

• You lead by example and have experience managing teams.
• You understand people, build strong teams, and communicate well.
• You keep operations running smoothly even under pressure.

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

Lead by example

People management

Operations leadership

Job description

Kentucky Fried Chicken is hiring in the UK to lead daily restaurant operations and champion guest experience. You’ll guide frontline teams, ensure smooth shifts, and drive performance while keeping the atmosphere welcoming and fun for guests and colleagues alike.

We value people-focused leaders who can coach, motivate, and stay adaptable in a fast-paced environment, delivering consistent results and a great service vibe every day.