Team Leader

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC); Whitstable; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular fast-food chain in Whitstable is seeking a passionate leader to manage their team. You will be responsible for driving restaurant success, coaching your crew, and ensuring smooth operations. Ideal candidates will have team management experience and excellent communication skills. This role offers benefits like free food on shift and staff discounts, with opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Free food and drink on shift

25% staff discount

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience managing teams and bringing out the best in people.
• Ability to stay calm and make quick, smart decisions under pressure.
• Positive, motivating attitude with strong interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team to hit targets and exceed expectations.
• Coach and support the team, ensuring everyone's growth.
• Manage stock checks and shift plans for smooth operation.
• Create a positive environment to keep the crew focused.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Strong people skills

Communication

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead from the front. You’ll get stuck in with the team, setting the pace and driving the restaurant to hit targets and smash expectations.
• Build your crew up. Coach, support, and celebrate your team making sure everyone grows, learns, and brings their best to every shift.
• Keep it running smooth. From stock checks to shift plans, help keep things ticking behind the scenes so the front runs like clockwork.
• A natural leader. Experience managing teams and bring out the best in people when it counts.
• People person, through and through. Create buzz, lift others up, and keep the crew happy and focused.
• Cool under pressure. Things move fast—you stay calm, think sharp, and make smart calls when it matters.

Qualifications

• Natural leader with team management experience.
• Strong people skills and a positive, motivating attitude.
• Calm under pressure and capable of making quick, smart decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Free food and drink on shift.
• 25% staff discount.
• Opportunity to take the first step toward a rewarding leadership career.

Equal Opportunity

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. KFC encourages applications from underrepresented groups. If you need additional support during the recruitment process, let us know and we’ll be there to help you be yourself.