Lead the Bucket as our next Restaurant General Manager at KFC Cairns Central

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

We’re on the lookout for a bold, hands-on leader to take charge at KFC Cairns Central as our next Restaurant General Manager. 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 $80,700- Competitive and flexible to suit your skills$300 Public Holiday Allowance - Because your hustle deserves a little extraRecharge Days - Ability to access a paid day off every 4 weeks (up to 13 extra days off!)Cookin’ Up Careers - Access to development programmes7-Year Early Access Long Service Leave - We reward loyalty earlySustainability Commitment - We're reducing energy use by 25% by 2026 (and proud of it!)

What You'll Be Cookin’ Up

Inspire and lead a passionate crew to serve up those finger lickin' good experiences every dayOversee the daily sizzle - rosters, inventory, training, and performanceMake sure every piece of chicken is served to Original Recipe standards (aka: safe, fresh, hot, and delicious!)Keep your restaurant running like clockwork with a sharp eye on food safety, hygiene and WHSDrive results like a boss - boosting sales, managing costs, and making smart decisionsCreate a crew who care - building a culture that’s inclusive, fun, and high on team spirit

What You’ll Bring To The Bucket





Customer-first mindset with proven experience handling feedback and turning tough moments into great ones.Strong communicator - clear, confident, and effective across both written and verbal channels.Tech-savvy operator with solid computer skills to manage systems, reporting, and day-to-day operations.Leadership legend - experienced in hiring, training, performance management, and leading teams through challenges.Business-smart - confident with P&Ls;, payroll, and store admin to drive results and keep things running smooth.

What We're Looking For

Proven experience in restaurant or hospitality managementStrong leadership and communication skillsA hands-on approach with a focus on resultsAbility to thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment

About Collins Foods Limited

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, With 20,000+ employees globally and a vision to be the World’s Top Restaurant Operator, we’re growing quick - 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 Cairns Central, we’d love to hear from you.

For a full copy of the position description, please reach out to our recruitment team on [email protected]

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

📌 KFC Restaurant General Manager - Cairns Central
🏢 Collins Foods
📍 Cairns