education your way
- GED achievement
- Scholarship eligibility
- Tuition-free college eligibility
- Personal development
Restaurant Careers
KFC is more than a place to work; it’s a place to grow! World-class franchisees and leaders support KFC teams and offer learning experiences that focus on development and growth, no matter the role.
Cook
The secret recipe is in your hands and you will be trained to be the best cook you can be. KFC’s restaurants are busy (and near you!), and your growth and potential is unlimited. Bring your positive attitude and desire to learn to KFC today!
Customer Service
Eager to grow your customer service skills with a committed team? Have fun learning and growing while serving KFC’s world-famous, southern-inspired meals to guests. There’s a KFC restaurant near you that will appreciate your originality, dedication and positive attitude!
Shift Supervisor
As a shift supervisor, you’ll be a strong mentor while encouraging your team member to excel. You’ll have the opportunity to grow as a leader through KFC’s training programs and development tools that teach you how to bring out the best in yourself and others. If you have big career goals and are ready to go after them, KFC wants you to join the team.
Assistant Manager
KFC is a world-famous brand that respects its employees and their values. KFC wants bold, smart and caring leaders who can motivate their team while creating a positive, welcoming environment for everyone. You can achieve your career goals at KFC!
General Manager
KFC’s restaurant general managers inspire success in the restaurants and pride themselves on guest experience and the brand. You can earn competitive compensation packages and access training and development programs to help you achieve your long-term career goals!
Growth
from day one
While no two career journeys look the same, growth is something KFC prioritizes. Explore what an example restaurant career path could look like.
Team Member
Restaurant Leader
- Team Member
- Shift Supervisor
- Assistant Unit Manager
- Restaurant General Manager
- People's Capability Leader
- Area Coach
- Market Coach
set up for success
Financial Assistance
- Free meals
- Hardship assistance
- Savings match
- Scholarship eligibility
- Tuition-free college eligibility
Community Giving
- Kentucky Fried Wishes
- Harvest Food Donation
What team members have to say
KFC prides itself on building a culture where the team can grow, make an impact and have fun doing it. You won’t just work here – you’ll thrive here.
I joined for a job, but I stayed for the people. My team feels like family, and there’s always someone cheering me on.
— team member
We work as a team, building each other up and making sure to provide the best service possible, so we can win together.
— restaurant general manager
KFC gave me a clear path to grow. I started as a Team Member and now I help others level up just like I did. The support and leadership training here is next level.
— area coach
I’m proud to lead a team that builds people up and delivers results. KFC gives us the tools and trust to make an impact in our restaurants and our communities.
— market coach
Want to join the team?
Kfc Careers serves communities across multiple states.
Candidates can search for jobs by city, state, or region using the job search tool.