KFC Restaurant General Manager

Kentucky Fried Chicken KFC; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual awards trip

Leadership development program

Cell-phone discounts

Health benefits

Free meals during shifts

Paid training

Job summary

A leading fast-food franchise is seeking a Restaurant General Manager in Chicago Heights to lead a dynamic team. This role includes managing profitability, recruiting, coaching staff, and ensuring exceptional guest experiences. Candidates should have leadership experience in food service and a passion for operational excellence. This position offers numerous employee benefits and a bonus program based on restaurant performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a General Manager in food service or retail environment with profit & loss responsibility.
• Availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week.
• Ability to lift and maneuver safely through compact spaces.

Responsibilities

• Control profitability by following cash control and security procedures.
• Recruit, interview, and hire team members.
• Coach and train employees in operational excellence.

Skills

Leadership skills

Operational excellence

Profit and loss management

Strong communication

Job description

Join to apply for the KFC Restaurant General Manager role at Kentucky Fried Chicken KFC.

Looking for a rewarding career in the fast-food industry? KBP Foods, a leading franchisee of KFC, is hiring a Restaurant General Manager for our growing team. With over 800 locations nationwide, we offer an exciting work environment and numerous opportunities for advancement. As the Restaurant General Manager, you will have the chance to lead a team, implement strategies, and make a real impact on the success of our business. Join our team and be part of a company that values its employees and promotes a positive work culture. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with KBP Foods.

What’s in it for you

• Annual awards trip based on restaurant performance – top 10% of GMs in each region attend.
• Opportunity to develop your leadership skills and pursue higher‑level positions through our internal leadership development program.
• Employee perks such as cell‑phone discounts; savings match program; Employee Assistance Program through KBP Cares.
• Free GED program, college scholarships, and free online tuition.
• Medical, dental, vision benefits and accrued PTO.
• Free shift meals and an employee discount at our KFC restaurants.
• Paid training.

Bonus Program: As a Restaurant General Manager, you will be eligible to participate in a bonus program that is paid out every period based on restaurant performance.

Day in the life

• Control profitability by following cash control/security procedures, maintaining property inventory levels, managing labor, reviewing financial reports, and taking appropriate actions.
• Recruit, interview, and hire team members, shift managers and assistant general managers.
• Coach and train all employees in operational excellence to ensure restaurant success.
• Complete inventory counts every other week.
• Ensure the restaurant is clean and provides an exceptional visit for guests with friendliness and a quality product.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a General Manager in food service or retail environment, with profit & loss responsibility, preferably in a quick‑serve restaurant (QSR).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week.
• Ability to lift, carry, stack, push or pull heavy objects; stand and walk constantly for entire shifts; maneuver through compact spaces safely and operate restaurant equipment.

What KBP brings to the table

• Over 1,000 restaurants in 20 years.
• Opportunities in 31 states.
• More than 50% of store leadership promoted internally in the last year.

KBP Foods, a part of KBP Brands, is a leading restaurant franchise group with a clear vision: to create a great place to work, a great place to eat, and a great place to own. We are looking for dedicated individuals that align with our core values and are passionate about diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging (DEIB+), growth opportunities and a positive culture.

Restaurant General Manager employees are entitled to compensation commensurate with skill and experience. The exact compensation will vary based on skills, experience, location, and other factors permitted by law and will be discussed during the hiring process.

Expected starting compensation ranges for new hires in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:

• Maryland: $53,000 to $58,000
• New York: $55,000 to $60,000
• New York City: $65,000 to $70,000
• Cincinnati, OH: $54,000 to $58,000