Restaurant General Manager

KFC UK; Leatherhead; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food brand in Leatherhead seeks an energetic restaurant manager to drive performance and lead a dynamic team. You will own restaurant operations, motivate your team to exceed performance goals, and ensure an unforgettable guest experience. Ideal candidates should have management experience and a proven record of team building. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Quarterly bonus

Extra holiday

Life assurance

Free meals during shifts

25% staff discount

Gym discounts

High street perks & cashback

Wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing teams and driving performance.
• Ability to create a positive and inclusive culture.
• Efficient operational management under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of the restaurant and drive performance.
• Train and motivate the team to exceed standards.
• Manage administrative tasks for smooth operations.
• Create exceptional guest experiences.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Operational management

Job description

About the role

Lead from the front, take full ownership of the restaurant, and smash performance goals while building a team that doesn\'t just meet standards but exceeds them. Own the numbers, the vibe, and the experience, keeping everything running smoothly while creating a space where both guests and the team thrive.

What will you spend your time doing?

• Lead like you mean it. You’ll take full ownership of the restaurant — drive performance, hit goals, and set the vibe.
• Build a team worth following. Train, coach, and motivate your people so they don’t just meet the standard — they raise it.
• Smash the targets. Own your KPIs and push the team to deliver every shift, every day.
• Keep it tight. Stay on top of the admin — rosters, stock, reporting — so everything runs smooth behind the scenes.
• Make the guest experience unforgettable. Turn first-timers into regulars by creating moments that hit different.

What we\'d love from you:

• You lead from the front. You’ve managed teams before and know how to bring the best out of people.
• You get people. You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels seen.
• You run a tight ship. You know how to keep operations efficient, clean, and compliant — even when it\’s chaos.

Keeping it real

We don\'t hire staff — we hire people. People with real lives and aspirations, building real careers. Each of us has something special to add to the mix we call work, and we\’ll always encourage you to add your perspective.

See, at KFC, everyone’s welcome — whatever your background, and whatever future you’re creating. We\’ll look out for you because you\’re one of us, not because you work for us. We\’ll invest in your potential, because it\’s what we\’ve always done. But most of all, we\’ll give you the freedom to be you, wherever (and whoever) you happen to be.

What’s in it for you:

We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real.

• Pay rate: £34,000 - £37,000
• Quarterly BONUS that rewards the hustle
• Extra holiday – more time to recharge
• Life assurance – we’ve got you covered
• Free chicken & chips every shift
• 25% staff discount
• Gym discounts to keep you moving
• 200+ high street perks & cashback
• Wellbeing support that actually helps

KFC for everyone

Whoever you are and wherever you\u2019re from, KFC is a place where you can bring the real you to work. We\u2019re here to support you in being yourself, whether you work with us, or are trying to.

Our promise is this: 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 don\u2019t just welcome, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries.

If you\u2019d like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements — just let us know. We\’ll be there to help you be the real you.

Ready? We hope so. If you\’re ready to be part of our community, now\u2019s the time to apply.

Worried you aren\u2019t ticking all the boxes? Don\u2019t - we\u2019d still love to hear from you.

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