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Assistant Restaurant General Manager

Demipower is a privately-run family business that started in 1989 and is currently the second largest KFC franchisee in the UK, responsible for operating over 115 KFC restaurants across Greater London, Midlands, East Anglia, Home Counties, Western England and Wales. We are continuing to grow at pace as part of the KFC owned brand of quick service restaurants serving fried chicken. You will be joining at an incredibly exciting time with opportunities to progress and to help shape the direction of a rapidly growing business.About the Role of the Assistant Restaurant Manager: As a Assistant Restaurant Manager for KFC you are the Number 1 Leader in our business. You are supported by a team who has the same enthusiasm, drive and commitment to ensuring your restaurant achieves the highest standards so to deliver continued growth. Through “beat year ago” mentality you will ensure you develop and communicate a breakthrough strategy which delivers outstanding business results but also creates an environment of recognition and fun. You will successfully lead the management of all aspects of your KFC restaurant through coaching, developing, motivating and engaging your team and creating a culture to be proud of.Key Responsibilities: - Leading and managing all aspects of your team- Having complete accountability for the results of the restaurant and will be focused on growing the business for the future- Engaging your team with clear and achievable goals- Being maniacal about building a strong culture in restaurant- Having a focus on people, encouraging them to reach their full potential and develop a career with KFCJob Requirements: Experience:Those who have previously joined us as Assistant Restaurant Managers have come from all kinds of backgrounds, from supermarkets and pubs, to high street retailers and banks. We look for pace of progression, breadth of exposure, tangible breakthrough results, ambition and a desire for career progression.The Ideal candidate; will be an ambitious leader with a proven track record of:Driving sales growthGreat passion and positive energyStrong retail Restaurant management experiencePositively impacting their businessCommercial decision making successesDemonstrating a strong sales focusUnderstanding P&LProviding coaching and support to a diverse teamBasic knowledge of disciplinary and grievance processesFantastic people developmentStrong communication skills at all levelsAchieving great results in the right wayBenefits of the Job: - A competitive starting salary- 28 days holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays) / 33 days holiday (inclusive of 8 Bank Holidays)- Workplace Pension

Welcome to KFC.
Home of the real ones.

We sell the world’s best chicken. We’ve done it for a long old time — since 1939, when the idea of finger lickin’ good chicken popped into our Colonel’s head. Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky all those years ago.

People who are original. Individual. Fresh. We come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day — building our own community, as we serve our original recipe chicken to the ones we’re in.

In our place, ambition grows. Careers build. Potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere.

If you join our team, we only ask one thing. That you be you.

Because that makes us, us.

Job Location Details

9, Grafton Way, Ipswich, United Kingdom, IP1 1AX
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  • Championing Potential at KFC.

    At KFC, we are the originals. Real ones bringing their authentic selves to work every day. No matter who you are, where you're from, or what makes you unique - there's a place for you at the Colonel's table. 

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  • Buckets of opportunity.

    Think we’re just a chicken shop. Think again. At KFC we’re serious about helping you discover your potential. We don’t hire staff. We hire Team Members. Real people, building real careers, in a real community. And it begins right here.

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Perks, rewards and benefits.

We do things our own way here. And that includes the way we reward you for bringing the graft. And the laughs, too.

Some of our restaurants are part of our Equity business and others are owned by our Franchise partners. That means the perks we offer might look a little different from one location to another.

Here’s what the real deal could look like for you.

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  • Generous bonus scheme

    We reward strong performance and our bonuses could mean you earn well above industry norms.

  • Onsi app and benefits

    Get exclusive rates on accident and life insurance, plus retail discounts, savings accounts, mental health support and loads more.

  • Pension Scheme

    We'll auto-enroll you in our pension scheme so your future’s sorted from day one.

  • Life assurance

    Protection for the ones you care about most.

  • 25% KFC discount

    Big discounts on your finger lickin' favorites.

  • Discounted gym membership

    Stay strong with up to 25% off gym membership, up to 50% off home workouts and up to 70% off home and lifestyle purchases.

  • Full employee assistance programme

    Lots of well supported wellbeing services including mental health support, legal advice and more for you and your family.

  • Free mortgage advice

    We can help you get on - or climb up - the property ladder.

  • Everybody is so friendly. In the 24 years i've been here I've never regretted a single moment.

    Kelly

    Assistant Restaurant General Manager

  • KFC is always supportive of colleagues who are studying and those with families. It's for everyone.

    Sasi

    Restaurant General Manager

  • The business is constantly evolving and there's always new opportunities. I'm excited to see where I might end up next.

    Ross

    Area Manager

Our Recruitment Process

Understanding the recruitment process in our restaurants. 

You can also get some Hints and Tips from our team to understand our process here.

  • Your Application

    Hit the apply button and we’ll send you confirmation that we've received your CV. We'll be in touch shortly afterwards with next steps.

  • A Quick Chat

    We will call you for an informal chat. This is about getting to know each other a little bit more, and talking through the role in more detail.

  • Your Interviews

    After a successful first chat, you’ll get to meet the manager you’ll work with. We'll tell you where to head for your interview, and how to check in when you arrive at the restaurant.

  • Join The Real Ones - Congrats!

    You’re the best! We’ll ask you to complete an online RTW check, then we’ll send your formal offer and benefits calculation via email. We’ll also need some details from you so we can order your uniform. Finally, we’ll write to you with an official offer, more info on who you’ll report to, and your contract.

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