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Yum! Brands

Director, Equity Operations

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $157,100.00 - $200,000.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
bonus eligibility
401(k)
employee recognition programs
Career development opportunities

Job Description

KFC Corporation, headquartered in Plano, Texas, is the world-renowned leader in the chicken restaurant industry with a legacy spanning over 60 years. As a division of Yum! Brands, Inc., one of the largest and most influential restaurant companies globally, KFC operates alongside other iconic brands such as Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. Yum! Brands boasts a presence of over 45,000 restaurants across more than 135 countries and territories, making it a true powerhouse in the global foodservice sector. The company is celebrated not only for its scale but also for its innovation and leadership, having received recognition from organizations like... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
  • Minimum 8 years of progressive multi-unit operational leadership experience in high-volume, multi-unit retail or restaurant environments
  • Proven ability to deliver strong customer satisfaction, financial performance, and employee engagement results
  • Demonstrated success in selecting, coaching, motivating, and developing managerial talent
  • Strong analytical, business math, and decision-making skills
  • Exceptional leadership, interpersonal communication, and conflict-resolution abilities
  • Ability to work flexible hours and be present in restaurants at least 30 hours per week
  • Growth mindset with desire to advance into broader strategic leadership roles
  • High capability in team building, motivating, and driving a culture of excellence

Job Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
  • Minimum 8 years of progressive multi-unit operational leadership experience in high-volume, multi-unit retail or restaurant environments
  • Proven ability to deliver strong customer satisfaction, financial performance, and employee engagement results
  • Demonstrated success in selecting, coaching, motivating, and developing managerial talent
  • Strong analytical, business math, and decision-making skills
  • Exceptional leadership, interpersonal communication, and conflict-resolution abilities
  • Ability to work flexible hours and be present in restaurants at least 30 hours per week
  • Growth mindset with desire to advance into broader strategic leadership roles
  • High capability in team building, motivating, and driving a culture of excellence

Job Duties

  • Provide strategic leadership for each Market Leader to ensure exceptional customer experience across a diverse group of restaurants in multiple markets
  • Lead the way by working with each Market Leader to deliver profit goals and meet targeted flow-thru objectives
  • Coach and train multi-unit leaders and restaurant managers for operational excellence
  • Develop and maintain strong management staffing levels across all locations
  • Ensure uncompromising compliance with OSHA standards, local health and safety regulations, and all company safety and security policies
  • Lead regional recognition and motivation programs throughout the Region to encourage high performance and build strong team culture
  • Resolution oriented in all Employee Relations activities
  • partner with Management to identify, troubleshoot and resolve chronic repair and maintenance issues
  • Communicate strategic vision clearly, set bold performance goals, and drive decisive action that challenges the status quo while upholding the highest brand standards

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

Job Location

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