General Manager

Paris, TX, USA|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Salary

Range $41,600.00 - $62,300.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Benefits

competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

employee meal program

Job Description

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) is a globally recognized fast food restaurant chain famous for its fried chicken and distinctive secret recipes. Established in 1930, KFC has grown to become one of the largest fast food chains worldwide, known not just for its delicious food but also for its commitment to operational excellence and outstanding customer service. The company operates numerous franchises and corporate-owned restaurants, and it prides itself on fostering a friendly and supportive work environment that values growth, learning, and leadership development. KFC is highly committed to the stability and advancement of its workforce, offering competitive wages and benefits to its employees. As a franchisee in the Midwest, this particular KFC location is part of a large fast food family that emphasizes culture, employee development, and quality food service, making it an excellent place for individuals seeking both job stability and career advancement in the food service industry.

The General Manager role at KFC is critical to the success of the restaurant. This position involves managing all functions of the restaurant to ensure fast, accurate, and world-class customer service. The General Manager is responsible for overseeing the fulfillment of customer orders with high-quality food products while maintaining profitability, cleanliness, and organization of the restaurant. This role demands leadership skills to manage a team comprised of Assistant Managers and a workforce that can range from 15 to 30 employees depending on the location. The General Manager also plays a pivotal role in hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining employees, ensuring all systems and procedures are efficiently implemented with 100% integrity.

Beyond day-to-day operations, the General Manager is tasked with achieving sales goals, maintaining employee retention, and providing support during busy periods, which may include assisting with food preparation, customer service, and cash register operations. This position requires strong organizational skills to manage inventory, conduct audits, handle cash and deposits accurately, and ensure the maintenance of store equipment and supplies. Physical stamina is essential, as the role demands standing, walking, lifting, and occasional physical activity. KFC offers a competitive salary dependent on experience, alongside bonuses for top-performing General Managers, and benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and employee meals. This role is ideal for individuals who are eager to embrace a leadership position within a fast-paced, growing organization and who aspire to advance into higher management roles such as Area Manager or Director of Operations.

Job Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
Willing to work overtime, holidays, weekends, and days off as business dictates
Have reliable transportation
Physical stamina to work 50-80 hours per week

Job Qualifications

Experience in restaurant or retail management preferred
Strong leadership and people management skills
Ability to use basic math, addition, subtraction, and understand basic fractions
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage a team and develop employees
Knowledge of inventory control and cash handling
Ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness and organization
Problem-solving and decision-making skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

Manages a staff Assistant Managers and approximately 15-30 employees depending on location
Assigns, oversees, and evaluates work for compliance
Manage hiring, training, evaluating, discipline, and termination of employees
Provides on the job training and coaching for new employees
Delegates, and is responsible for, the ordering, receipt, storage, and issuing of all food, labor, equipment, cleaning, and paper supplies for the unit to ensure a minimum loss from waste or theft
Assists in the supervision, preparation, sales, and service of food
Forecasts food items by estimating what amount of each food item will be consumed per shift
Supervises food preparation and service operations while on duty
Assists team members during rush periods to ensure restaurant efficiency
Assists team members by greeting customers, taking orders, using the cash register, assembling orders, and checking for completeness and accuracy
Ensures that every customer receives world-class customer service
Completes daily food preparations including meat and vegetable slicing, portioning, and rotating products
Executes systems and procedures with 100% integrity and completeness
Completes daily, weekly, and periodic paperwork with accuracy
Controls inventory by using weekly inventory systems and maintains regular inventory ordering schedules
Conducts weekly manager meetings
Audits systems and procedures as well as end of shift paperwork
Completes preventative maintenance and upkeep on store equipment and supplies
Responsible for 100% of the cash drawers during the shift
Manages deposits and changes orders per Deposit Operating Procedure
Performs other related duties as required