Restaurant General Manager - Lead a High-Performance Team

KFC UK; Lower Blandford St Mary; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Extra holiday

Life assurance

Free chicken & chips

Staff discount 25%

Gym discounts

Cashback

Wellbeing support

Job summary

KFC UK is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead from the front, own the restaurant’s performance, and drive guest experience. You’ll build and coach a high-performing team, manage operations, and ensure standards are consistently exceeded.

This role focuses on accountability, scheduling, stock control, and compliance while creating a welcoming environment for guests and colleagues. A strong track record in hospitality, people leadership, and delivering results is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced hospitality or quick-service environment.
• Proven ability to drive performance and guest experience.
• Strong coaching and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead like you mean it: own restaurant performance, drive KPIs and vibe.
• Build a winning team through training, coaching and motivation.
• Smash the targets by delivering on shifts and daily goals.
• Keep operations tight: rosters, stock, reporting and compliance.
• Make the guest experience unforgettable and turn first-timers into regulars.

Skills

Team leadership

People management

Operational excellence

Customer service

Job description

KFC UK is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead from the front, own the restaurant’s performance, and drive guest experience. You’ll build and coach a high-performing team, manage operations, and ensure standards are consistently exceeded.

This role focuses on accountability, scheduling, stock control, and compliance while creating a welcoming environment for guests and colleagues. A strong track record in hospitality, people leadership, and delivering results is essential.