Assistant Manager - KFC Riverside Way

Responsibilities

• Support the team and take charge of day‑to‑day operations, ensuring performance goals are met and exceeded.
• Own the restaurant’s atmosphere and guest experience, ensuring everything runs smoothly and guests feel special.
• Build and develop a dream team: train, coach, and motivate crew members to meet or surpass standards.
• Own and monitor KPIs, ensuring every shift delivers on expectations.
• Maintain smooth administration: roster planning, stock management, and behind‑the‑scenes tasks.
• Turn first‑time guests into regulars through memorable experiences.

• Previous managerial experience with proven ability to lead and inspire a team.
• Strong people skills, capable of bringing out the best in others and handling difficult conversations.
• Experience maintaining efficient, clean, and compliant operations, even during busy periods.
• Ability to drive performance and consistently hit goals.
• Knowledge of hospitality or restaurant operations is preferred.

• 25% staff discount on food.
• Quarterly performance‑related bonus.
• Profit‑sharing scheme (YUM Bucks).
• Comprehensive training and career advancement opportunities.
• Private health care and life assurance.
• Pension contribution scheme and income protection scheme.
• Enhanced maternity pay.
• 28 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) with increased entitlement based on years of service.
• Pickn Mix Benefits: gym membership, health screening, travel insurance, gym discounts, and more.
• Free chicken & chips every shift.
• Wellbeing support.
• 200+ high‑street perks and cashback.

Every person who applies to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity to work here. If you need additional support with your application or have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements, please let us know.