Restaurant Assistant Manager: Lead Teams & Drive Sales

Fulenwider Group; Wilkesboro, North Wilkesboro (NC, NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant Manager role at a KFC location in Wilkesboro, NC, supports daily restaurant operations to meet standards for customer satisfaction, cash control, inventory, labor, and sales growth. You will lead a outcomes-driven team, uphold food safety, and drive a positive, friendly dining experience.

Qualified candidates typically have 2–4 years of supervisory experience in fast food or retail, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to pass background and drug screening.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years supervisory experience in fast food, QSR, food service or retail with Profit & Loss responsibility.
• Basic personal computer literacy; must pass background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Shift management: supervise shift managers and staff, schedule shifts and deploy the team.
• Customer service: ensure a positive dining experience and handle escalations.
• Employee management: supervise, develop and train staff; address performance issues.
• Food safety: maintain a safe environment for employees and customers.
• Inventory management: monitor inventory and enforce company policies.
• Financial accountability: optimize profit and control costs.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Team management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic computer literacy

Job description

The Assistant Manager role at a KFC location in Wilkesboro, NC, supports daily restaurant operations to meet standards for customer satisfaction, cash control, inventory, labor, and sales growth. You will lead a outcomes-driven team, uphold food safety, and drive a positive, friendly dining experience.

Qualified candidates typically have 2–4 years of supervisory experience in fast food or retail, a High School Diploma or GED, and the ability to pass background and drug screening.