Assistant Unit Manager

KF; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Eligible

Paid Time Off

Free meal each shift

Medical benefits

401k retirement plan with 4% match

Career advancement and professional发展

Tuition reimbursement and scholarship

KFC Foundation Programs

Job summary

KF in Simpsonville, SC is seeking an Assistant Manager to support the Restaurant General Manager by upholding brand standards, coaching the team and delivering outstanding guest experiences. You’ll run daily operations in the RGM's absence, make key decisions and help drive profitability.

You’ll manage labor and inventory, recruit and train Team Members, recognize performance, and ensure food safety. The role includes a 50-hour week with standard pay plus overtime, competitive pay, benefits and

Qualifications

• 2+ years of restaurant/retail management experience.
• Assist with P&L management, cash control and labor management.
• Ensure staff training and resources are provided.
• Champion KF’s culture, equity and belonging in the team.
• Lead performance recognition, coaching and motivation.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations in the RGM's absence and make key decisions.
• Model brand standards and prioritize guest satisfaction.
• Recruit, interview and hire Team Members; train and coach staff.
• Monitor food safety, inventory, and labor to optimize performance.
• Provide constructive feedback and resolve employee relations issues.

Skills

Restaurant management

Team leadership

P&L management

Hiring & recruitment

Performance feedback

Training

Cash handling

Customer service

Tools

POS systems

Inventory management

Job description

About the Job:As an Assistant Manager, you'll be at the heart of our restaurant's success, supporting the Restaurant General Manager by upholding brand standards and inspiring your team. You'll lead by example, training, coaching and recognizing your team to deliver unforgettable customer experiences. When your team shines, so do you!In this dynamic role, you'll take charge of daily operations in the Restaurant General Manager's absence, making key decisions and driving the team toward excellence. We believe in having fun while embracing personal challenges and growth opportunities. You'll work a 50-hour week, with 40 hours at regular pay and 10 hours at time and a half, providing a balanced and rewarding work experience.The Day-to-Day:Ensure consistent customer satisfaction by effectively modeling the KFC Connect Success Routine and prioritizing customer needs.Oversee Team Members' adherence to shift responsibilities and maintain high food safety standards. Take charge of restaurant operations in the RGM's absence.Collaborate with the RGM in assessing team performance, providing ongoing constructive and positive feedback. Address employee relations issues as they arise, determine immediate resolutions, or escalate to the RGM when necessary.Assist in sourcing, recruiting, interviewing and hiring Team Members, while driving a culture of equity, inclusion and belonging.Act like an owner by assisting with Profit & Loss management, including cash control, security procedures, inventory maintenance and labor management.Review financial reports and take appropriate actions to optimize performance.Support the RGM in facility maintenance and ensure health and safety standards are consistently followed.Is this you?2+ years of restaurant/retail management experience.Assist with P&L management by following cash control/security procedures, maintaining inventory, managing labor and reviewing financial reports.Ensure all employees receive proper training and resources.Champion KFC’s culture and values, promoting equity, inclusion and belonging in the restaurant.Lead efforts in individual and team recognition, collaboration and motivation.Identify and recruit exceptional talent, supporting the RGM in the hiring process.Possess strong communication skills for conducting performance appraisals, taking disciplinary action and motivating and training employees.Adhere to corporate policies, procedures and Occupational Health and Food Safety standards.Work-Hard, Play-Hard:Competitive payBonus EligiblePaid Time OffFree meal each shiftMedical benefits401k retirement plan with 4% matchCareer advancement and professional developmentTuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunitiesKFC Foundation Programs including FREE college tuition at WGU, $1 per $1 Savings Match Program, Hardship Assistance Program plus more!