Restaurant Lead: Own the Shift, Elevate Guest Experience

KFC UK&I; Hailsham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Extra holiday

Free chicken & chips every shift

Gym discounts

High street perks & cashback

Wellbeing support

Job summary

KFC UK&I in the United Kingdom is seeking a dynamic restaurant leader to drive performance and create a team that exceeds standards. Lead from the front, own the numbers, vibe and guest experience.

The role focuses on strong people development, operational excellence, and compliant processes, with a culture that rewards initiative and makes guests feel at home. This is a hands-on leadership role in a busy restaurant environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to train, coach and motivate staff.
• Strong operation and compliance skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead like you mean it — own the restaurant, drive performance.
• Build a team worth following through training and motivation.
• Smash the targets by hitting KPIs.
• Keep admin: rosters, stock, reporting.
• Make the guest experience unforgettable.

Skills

Lead from front

Team development

Operational excellence

KPIs

Job description

KFC UK&I in the United Kingdom is seeking a dynamic restaurant leader to drive performance and create a team that exceeds standards. Lead from the front, own the numbers, vibe and guest experience.

The role focuses on strong people development, operational excellence, and compliant processes, with a culture that rewards initiative and makes guests feel at home. This is a hands-on leadership role in a busy restaurant environment.