KFC Assistant General Manager

$24,960 - $45,760/Yr

Kentucky Fried Chicken - Lemont, IL

Full-time - Mid Level

Lemont, IL

501-1,000 employees

Food Services and Drinking Places

About the position

The Assistant General Manager at KFC plays a crucial role in overseeing daily restaurant operations, ensuring adherence to company standards, and leading a team to deliver exceptional customer service. This position offers clear career growth opportunities within KBP Foods, a leading quick-service restaurant organization, and emphasizes teamwork, operational excellence, and leadership development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily restaurant operations, ensuring adherence to KFC standards and policies.
• Lead and manage a team, including supporting the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) with training, scheduling, and performance appraisals.
• Manage inventory, maintain food safety protocols, and address customer concerns.
• Oversee financial aspects, including cash management and expense control.
• Collaborate with the General Manager to develop growth strategies and maintain brand image.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of experience as an Assistant 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.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Free shift meal
• Bonus Program based on restaurant performance