KFC Restaurant General Manager
Company
KFC Careers
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
50K–70K a year
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via KFC
Job Description
Looking for a rewarding career in the fast-food industry? KBP Foods, a leading franchisee of KFC, is hiring a Restaurant General Manager for our growing team. With over 800 locations nationwide, we offer an exciting work environment and numerous opportunities for advancement. As the Restaurant General Manager, you will have the chance to lead a team, implement strategies, and make a real impact on the success of our business. Join our team and be part of a company that values its employees and promotes a positive work culture. Apply now and take the first step towards a fulfilling career with KBP Foods.
What's in it for you:
• Annual awards program for top-performing Restaurant General Managers - the top 10% in each region earn this recognition.
• Opportunities to grow your leadership skills and pursue above-store roles through our internal development program.
• Access to KBP Cares, our company nonprofit that supports employees through unexpected hardships.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) you can earn and use.
• Opportunity to invest in your future with education benefits like earning your GED for free, college scholarships and free online tuition.
• Free shift meals and an employee discount at our KFC restaurants.
• Paid training.
Bonus program:
As a Restaurant General Manager, you'll also be eligible to participate in a bonus program, which is paid out every period, based on your restaurant's performance.
What a day in the life for a Restaurant General Manger can look like:
• Drive profitability by managing cash control and security procedures, monitoring inventory, managing labor, reviewing financial reports, and taking action as needed.
• Recruit, interview and hire Team Members, Shift Managers and Assistant General Managers.
• Coach and train employees in operational excellence to ensure restaurant success.
• Conduct inventory counts every other week.
• Maintain a clean restaurant and ensure every guest enjoys a friendly experience with a quality product.
What you bring to the table:
• At least one year of experience as a Restaurant General Manager in food service or retail, with profit and loss responsibility (quick service experience preferred).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects, stand and walk for entire shifts, safely maneuver through compact spaces, and operate restaurant equipment.
What KBP brings to the table:
KBP Foods, a part of KBP Brands, is a leading restaurant franchise group. Our vision is simple: be a great place to work, a great place to eat, and a great place to own. In just 20 years we've grown to more than 1,000 restaurants across 30+ states, and we're still growing. We're committed to providing growth opportunities and building an inclusive culture where people can thrive. If you want to join an energetic, entrepreneurial company with countless opportunities for personal, professional, and financial growth, a career with KBP Brands is the right fit for you.
What's in it for you:
• Annual awards program for top-performing Restaurant General Managers - the top 10% in each region earn this recognition.
• Opportunities to grow your leadership skills and pursue above-store roles through our internal development program.
• Access to KBP Cares, our company nonprofit that supports employees through unexpected hardships.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Paid time off (PTO) you can earn and use.
• Opportunity to invest in your future with education benefits like earning your GED for free, college scholarships and free online tuition.
• Free shift meals and an employee discount at our KFC restaurants.
• Paid training.
Bonus program:
As a Restaurant General Manager, you'll also be eligible to participate in a bonus program, which is paid out every period, based on your restaurant's performance.
What a day in the life for a Restaurant General Manger can look like:
• Drive profitability by managing cash control and security procedures, monitoring inventory, managing labor, reviewing financial reports, and taking action as needed.
• Recruit, interview and hire Team Members, Shift Managers and Assistant General Managers.
• Coach and train employees in operational excellence to ensure restaurant success.
• Conduct inventory counts every other week.
• Maintain a clean restaurant and ensure every guest enjoys a friendly experience with a quality product.
What you bring to the table:
• At least one year of experience as a Restaurant General Manager in food service or retail, with profit and loss responsibility (quick service experience preferred).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Availability to close the restaurant at least two nights a week.
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy objects, stand and walk for entire shifts, safely maneuver through compact spaces, and operate restaurant equipment.
What KBP brings to the table:
KBP Foods, a part of KBP Brands, is a leading restaurant franchise group. Our vision is simple: be a great place to work, a great place to eat, and a great place to own. In just 20 years we've grown to more than 1,000 restaurants across 30+ states, and we're still growing. We're committed to providing growth opportunities and building an inclusive culture where people can thrive. If you want to join an energetic, entrepreneurial company with countless opportunities for personal, professional, and financial growth, a career with KBP Brands is the right fit for you.
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