Store Manager

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC); Barnstaple; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food restaurant in Barnstaple is seeking a senior restaurant leader to manage team performance and guest experiences. You will be responsible for training a high-standard team and ensuring operational excellence while creating memorable moments for guests. The role offers a salary of £35,000 to £40,000 annually, along with various benefits including a quarterly bonus, extra holiday, and free meals. This is a chance to thrive in a vibrant environment.

Benefits

Quarterly bonus

Extra holiday

Life assurance

Free chicken & chips every shift

25% staff discount

Gym and high-street perks

Well-being support

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a senior leader in a high-volume restaurant.
• Strong people skills: coaching and cultivating a culture of belonging.
• Excellence in operations management under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Drive performance and meet restaurant goals.
• Train and motivate team members.
• Manage operational aspects, including stock and reporting.
• Create memorable guest experiences.

Skills

Team management

Coaching

People skills

Operational excellence

Job description

Overview

Lead the front of the restaurant, owning performance, team, and guest experience. Own numbers, vibe, and experience, keeping everything running smoothly while creating a space where both guests and the team thrive.

Responsibilities

• Own the restaurant, driving performance, hitting goals, and setting the vibe.
• Build a high‑standard team: train, coach, and motivate people to exceed standards.
• Deliver on KPIs, pushing the team to deliver every shift, every day.
• Manage operations: rosters, stock, reporting – keeping behind‑the‑scenes smooth.
• Create unforgettable guest moments, turning first‑timers into regulars.

Qualifications

• Senior leader with proven team management in a high‑volume restaurant.
• Strong people skills: coaching, tough conversations, cultivating a culture of belonging.
• Operational excellence: keeping processes efficient, clean, compliant even under chaos.

Pay & Benefits

• £35,000 – £40,000 per year.
• Quarterly bonus rewarding the hustle.
• Extra holiday.
• Life assurance.
• Free chicken & chips every shift.
• 25% staff discount.
• Gym and high‑street perks & cashback.
• Well‑being support.

EEO Statement

At KFC we offer an equal opportunity to all applicants regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion or sexual orientation. If you need additional support during the recruitment process, please let us know.