KFC Restaurant General Manager

Kentucky Fried Chicken KFC

Taylorville (IL)

On-site

USD 53,000 - 60,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Annual awards trip based on performance

Leadership development program

Cell phone discounts

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Free shift meal

Paid Training

Job summary

A leading fast-food franchise is looking for a Restaurant General Manager to join their team in Taylorville, Illinois. This full-time position involves leading a team, managing profitability, and ensuring operational excellence. Candidates should have at least one year of management experience in a food service or retail environment. The role offers competitive pay, bonuses based on performance, and numerous employee benefits including medical and educational support.

Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of experience as General Manager in food service or retail.
Availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week.
Ability to lift and carry heavy objects and stand for entire shifts.

Responsibilities

Lead a team and implement strategies.
Control profitability by managing labor and inventory.
Recruit and train team members.

Skills

Leadership

Profit & Loss responsibility

Operational excellence

Employee training

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.
Ability to develop your leadership skills and seek above store level opportunities with our internal leadership development program.
Employee perks such as cell phone discounts; Saving Match Program, Employee Assistance Program through KBP Cares.
Earn your GED for free, college scholarships and free online tuition.
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits and accrued PTO.
Free shift meal 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, which is paid out every period, based on restaurant performance.

What a day in the life 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

What you bring to the table

Minimum 1 year of experience as General Manager in food service or retail environment, including Profit & Loss responsibility preferably in 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

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 Info

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 this position in various states and jurisdictions are as follows: