General Manager

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen; Coventry; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food restaurant chain in Coventry is seeking a General Manager to lead their restaurant and inspire the team in delivering unforgettable guest experiences. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership and people management skills, alongside experience in financial controls and a focus on guest satisfaction. The role offers flexible scheduling, private healthcare, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Flexible scheduling

Private healthcare

Achievable bonus – up to 10% of salary

Free meals on shift

Employee perks & discounts platform

Career development opportunities

Paid training and full support

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and people management skills required.
• Experience with financial controls, inventory, and reporting essential.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Take full accountability for restaurant performance.
• Lead, coach, and motivate the team.
• Deliver on sales and budget targets.
• Ensure food safety and compliance standards are met.
• Communicate clearly within the team and support departments.

Skills

Leadership skills

People management

Financial controls

Guest experience focus

Adaptability

Job description

We’re Popeyes UK, and we’re on a mission to become the most loved chicken brand in the UK. Our famous Louisiana-style chicken is only as good as the people behind it—and that’s where you come in.

As a General Manager, you’ll take charge of your restaurant, leading from the front and inspiring your team to deliver world-class food and unforgettable guest experiences.

What you’ll get as a General Manager :

• Flexible scheduling for real work-life balance
• Private healthcare
• Achievable bonus – up to 10% of your annual salary
• Free meals on shift + discount when off
• Employee perks & discounts platform
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Paid training and full support

What your day-to-day will look like :

• Full accountability for your restaurant’s performance
• Lead, coach and motivate your team to be their best
• Deliver on sales, budgets, stock and P&L targets
• Ensure food safety, health & safety, and compliance standards are always met
• Build strong development plans and schedule efficiently
• Keep the energy high, the service smooth, and the culture positive
• Communicate clearly with your team, line manager, and support departments

What you’ll bring to the table :

• Proven leadership and people management skills
• A lead-from-the-front attitude and vibrant work ethic
• Experience with financial controls, inventory, and reporting
• A focus on guest experience and team engagement
• The ability to adapt and thrive in a fast-paced environment

At Popeyes everyone counts,it’s one of our values and something that sits at the core of who we are.We believe inclusivity and respect are at the heart of all we do and we strive to create a place where everyone can be their true self. This is why we assess each application on the aptitude to do the job and nothing else.