KFC - Team Leader / Shift Manager

K&Z Holdings Ltd; Croydon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free food and drink on shift

25% staff discount

Job summary

K&Z Holdings Ltd in Croydon is looking for a dedicated team leader to oversee restaurant operations. The successful candidate will lead from the front, ensuring the team achieves targets while creating a supportive environment. You'll be expected to contribute actively while managing stock and shifts. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills and remain calm under pressure. Benefits include free food on shift and a staff discount of 25%.

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams and bringing out the best in people.
• Ability to create a positive team environment.
• Stay calm and make smart decisions under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to meet targets and maintain high standards.
• Coach and support team members to foster growth.
• Manage stock checks and shift planning.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

People Skills

Calm Under Pressure

Job description

About the Role

You’ll be right there on the floor, leading the team, keeping things running smooth, and making sure every guest leaves happy. It’s about setting the pace, lifting the vibe, and getting stuck in to make every shift count.

• Lead from the front: get stuck in with the team, setting the pace and driving the restaurant to hit targets and smash expectations.
• Build your crew up: coach, support, and celebrate your team—making sure everyone grows, learns, and brings their best to every shift.
• Keep it running smooth: from stock checks to shift plans, help keep things ticking behind the scenes so the front runs like clockwork.

Qualifications

• A natural leader: experience managing teams and knowing how to bring out the best in people when it counts.
• People person: create a buzz, lift others up, and keep the crew happy and focused.
• Cool under pressure: stay calm, think sharp, and make smart calls when it matters.

Benefits

• Take the first step toward a rewarding leadership career.
• Free food and drink on shift.
• 25% staff discount.

Our Commitment to Equality and Diversity

We promise that 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 under‑represented groups in all industries.

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