KFC Management

Lead the Bucket as our next Assistant Restaurant Manager in Mackay

Are you ready to bring Big Flavour Energy to your next leadership role?

We’re on the lookout for a bold, hands-on leaders to take charge in our KFC Mackay Restaurants as our next Assistant Managers. If you're all about people-first leadership, crave high energy, and know how to hustle with heart, this is your time to lead the bucket.

What’s in It for You? (A.K.A The Gravy)

• Tailored Compensation Packages Starting from $70,000 pa - Competitive and flexible to suit your skills potential to increase post training*
• $300 Public Holiday Allowance - Because your hustle deserves a little extra
• Visa Sponsorship - We welcome global talent ready to bring the flavour
• Recharge Days - Ability to access a paid day off every 4 weeks (up to 13 extra days off!)
• Cookin’ Up Careers - Access to development programmes
• 7-Year Early Access Long Service Leave - We reward loyalty early
• Sustainability Commitment - We're reducing energy use by 25% by 2026 (and proud of it!)

• Support bold service - help lead a team that delivers Finger Lickin’ Good experiences and handles feedback with care.
• Keep it fresh & safe - ensure food quality, hygiene, and safety standards are always on point.
• Grow our people - support training, onboarding, and coaching to build a high-performing crew.
• Own the details - assist with rosters, compliance, and keeping systems and records in top shape.
• Stay in the know - help roll out promos, share updates, and keep the team fired up and informed.

• Solid background in hospitality or restaurant management
• You're a natural leader with great communication and people skills
• A get-your-hands-dirty attitude - you lead from the front and love a good challenge
• Calm under pressure, quick on your feet, and always keeping it real

• Big Flavour Energy - you know how to serve up great vibes and handle tricky customer moments like a pro.
• Talk the talk - clear, confident communicator who connects with crew and customers alike.
• Tech-ready & steady - you’re across the systems and tools that keep the kitchen and crew humming.
• Next-gen leader - you’ve had a taste of hiring, training, and managing teams, and you’re hungry for more.
• Business brain - you’ve got a solid grip on the numbers, from P&Ls to payroll, and you’re ready to grow.

We’re not just about chicken - we’re about people, passion and purpose.

Collins Foods is an ASX-listed company operating 350+ KFC restaurants across Australia, The Netherlands, and Germany, and 27 Taco Bells across Australia. With 21,000+ employees globally and a vision to be the World’s Top Restaurant Operator, we’re growing fast - and want you to grow with us.

What’s Next?

If you're ready to spice up your career and bring the heat to KFC Mackay, we’d love to hear from you.

For a full copy of the position description, please reach out to our recruitment team on ***email_hidden***

Apply now and become part of a brand that values passion, performance, and people.