KFC Restaurant General Manager

Kentucky Fried Chicken KFC; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual awards trip based on performance

Leadership development program

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Free GED programs and scholarships

Employee discounts at KFC restaurants

Paid training

Job summary

A leading restaurant franchise in New Iberia, Louisiana is seeking a Restaurant General Manager to lead a team and ensure profitable restaurant operations. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in a management role within the food service industry and a passion for employee development. This role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and many opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as General Manager in food service or retail.
• Managers must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, stand and walk for entire shifts.

Responsibilities

• Control profitability by managing labor and reviewing financial reports.
• Recruit, interview, and hire team members.
• Ensure the restaurant is clean and team provides quality service.

Skills

Leadership

Profitability control

Employee training

P&L responsibility

Customer service

Job description

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 lead a team, implement strategies, and make a real impact on the success of our business. Join a company that values its employees and promotes a positive work culture.

What’s in it for you

• Annual awards trip based on restaurant performance. Top 10% of GMs in each region attend.
• Opportunity to develop leadership skills and seek above‑store level opportunities through our internal leadership development program.
• Employee perks such as cell phone discounts; SaveMatch Program; Employee Assistance Program through KBP Cares.
• Free GED programs, college scholarships, and free online tuition.
• Medical, dental, vision benefits and accrued PTO.
• Free shift meal and 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, which is paid out every period based on restaurant performance.

What a day in the life for a Restaurant General Manager can look like

• 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 kept clean and the team provides an exceptional visit for the guests with friendliness and a quality product.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience as General Manager in food service or retail, including P&L responsibility, preferably in a quick‑serve restaurant (QSR).
• Managers 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

KBP Foods, 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’re looking for dedicated individuals who align with our core values and are passionate about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging (DEIB+), Growth Opportunities, and a Positive Culture.

• Grown to over 1,000 restaurants in 20 years.
• Opportunities in 31 states.
• Over 50% of store leadership has been promoted internally in the last year.

Additional Information

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.

The expected starting compensation ranges for new hires in this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows:

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

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Restaurants