Restaurant Assistant Manager - Lead Teams & Growth

Fulenwider Group; Locust (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KFC Locust in Locust, NC is seeking an Assistant Manager responsible for day-to-day operations and ensuring restaurant standards, including customer satisfaction, cash control, inventory, labor management, financial reporting, and sales growth.

This role requires strong leadership, communication, and a track record of developing people, with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include shift management, customer service, employee training, food safety, inventory control, and optimizing profits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2–4 years of supervisory experience in fast-food or retail with P&L responsibility.
• Basic PC literacy and data entry skills.
• Able to pass background check and drug test.
• Reliable transportation and physical capability (standing, lifting up to 50 lbs).

Responsibilities

• Oversee shift managers and team members; assist in scheduling and deployment.
• Ensure customer satisfaction and handle escalated issues.
• Supervise, train, and develop staff; address performance.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation practices.
• Manage inventory and enforce company policies.
• Ensure financial accountability and optimize costs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People development

Basic PC literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

KFC Locust in Locust, NC is seeking an Assistant Manager responsible for day-to-day operations and ensuring restaurant standards, including customer satisfaction, cash control, inventory, labor management, financial reporting, and sales growth.

This role requires strong leadership, communication, and a track record of developing people, with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include shift management, customer service, employee training, food safety, inventory control, and optimizing profits.