Restaurant General Manager

KF; Clarksville (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus eligibility

Vacation and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Medical benefits day 1

401k with match

Health and wellness

Discount programs

Free meals

KFC Foundation scholarships

Job summary

KF seeks a Restaurant General Manager to lead a high‑performing team, recruit and train top talent, and drive exceptional customer experiences. You’ll guide team development, uphold KFC standards, and champion equity and inclusion across the operation.

You will oversee staffing, training, performance recognition, conflict resolution, and budgeting to maximize profitability while maintaining the highest service quality and brand integrity.

Qualifications

• 5 years in restaurant or retail management.
• Strong track record in people management.
• Proven ability to improve performance using P&L analysis.
• Proficient with digital tools and platforms.
• Exceptional communication skills, written and verbal.
• Solid understanding of restaurant maintenance programs.
• Champions KFC culture, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
• Experience recruiting and developing teams including under‑performers.
• Adaptable to change and experienced in change management.
• Adheres to corporate policies, health and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, onboard and orient top Team Members and Shift Supervisors.
• Develop a comprehensive training plan; mentor managers and trainers.
• Recognize and reward outstanding performance; foster inclusion.
• Address and resolve conflicts; maintain a positive work environment.
• Engage with customers and resolve issues to ensure a great experience.
• Schedule staff to optimize service; coach on KFC brand standards.
• Analyze financial performance; manage the budget and drive profitability.
• Monitor competitors and enhance digital presence and loyalty programs.

Skills

People management

P&L analysis

Digital tools

Communication skills

Maintenance programs

Change management

Recruiting

Training & development

Policy compliance

Job description

As the Restaurant General Manager, you'll lead a dynamic team, handpicking and training the best crew to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Imagine the pride you'll feel setting the gold standard that others aspire to. You'll oversee the recruitment and training of your team, guiding them towards promotions and empowering them to build successful careers. By cultivating a team of top performers, you'll create a culture that's vibrant, optimistic and incredibly rewarding. Your success will be reflected in the achievements of your team.

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

• Recruit, onboard, and conduct orientations for top Team Members and Shift Supervisors, ensuring a strong, well-prepared team.
• Develop a comprehensive training plan, mentoring Assistant Managers, Shift Supervisors, and Team Member Trainers as well as overseeing the execution of all training and development initiatives.
• Recognize and reward outstanding Team Member performance regularly, while fostering a culture of equity, inclusion and belonging.
• Address and resolve conflicts promptly, maintaining a positive work environment.
• Personally engage with customers, swiftly resolving any issues to ensure a positive experience.
• Strategically schedule staff to optimize customer service, coach the management team on the KFC brand standards and lead product rollout meetings to ensure successful implementation.
• Analyze the restaurant’s financial performance, manage the budget and develop strategies to maximize profitability without compromising the customer experience.
• Stay informed about competitors and aim to exceed their standards in all aspects, including digital presence and loyalty programs.

IS THIS YOU?

• 5 years in restaurant or retail management with a strong track record in people management.
• Proven ability to improve performance based on P&L analysis.
• Proficient with digital tools and platforms.
• Exceptional communication skills, including written, verbal, and interpersonal.
• Solid understanding of restaurant maintenance programs.
• Champions KFC’s culture and values, with a focus on Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
• Experienced in recognizing and motivating teams, with a successful track record in people development.
• Skilled in recruiting top talent and training both high and under-performing employees.
• Adaptable to change and experienced in supporting change management.
• Adheres to corporate policies and Occupational Health and Food Safety standards.

WORK-HARD, PLAY-HARD:

• Competitive pay
• Bonus Eligible
• 4 weeks’ vacation and additional Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities
• Career advancement and professional development
• Medical benefits from day 1
• 401k retirement plan with 6% match
• Health and wellness programs
• Perks! Discounts on mortgages, vehicles, cell phones, gym memberships and more
• Free meal each shift
• KFC Foundation Programs include scholarships & tuition assistance, a $1 per $1 savings match, hardship assistance, and more!