Restaurant General Manager - Lead a Fast-Paced Team

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC); Cobham; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly BONUS

Extra holiday

Life assurance

Free chicken & chips every shift

25% staff discount

Gym discounts

200+ high street perks & cashback

Wellbeing support

Job summary

KFC is seeking a Restaurant General Manager in the UK to lead our team, own performance, culture and results while delivering brilliant guest experiences. You will manage a high performing team, recruit and develop talent, and ensure smooth operations with strong financial discipline.

As a leader you will drive guest satisfaction, coach staff, and partner with an Area Coach to plan improvements and long-term success for the restaurant.

Qualifications

• Experience leading fast-paced restaurant operations.
• Proven ability to build and develop high-performing teams.
• Strong guest focus with service standards.
• Commercial acumen with cost and KPI management.

Responsibilities

• Lead restaurant operations and drive performance.
• Build and develop a high performing leadership team.
• Attract and develop talent with clear progression paths.
• Set clear priorities and manage labour and stock.
• Deliver fast, friendly, and consistent guest service.
• Lead through change with the Area Coach for growth.

Skills

People leadership

KPI ownership

Guest experience

Commercial awareness

Staff development

Calm under pressure

Job description

KFC is seeking a Restaurant General Manager in the UK to lead our team, own performance, culture and results while delivering brilliant guest experiences. You will manage a high performing team, recruit and develop talent, and ensure smooth operations with strong financial discipline.

As a leader you will drive guest satisfaction, coach staff, and partner with an Area Coach to plan improvements and long-term success for the restaurant.