Team Leader
KFC
Estimated pay: ÂŁ11.80-13.00 per hour
Dumbarton, West Dunbart, G82 1RB, United Kingdom
Full time
The Breakroom Take
- Free food
- Proper breaks
About KFC
KFC is a fast food restaurant chain. They serve American-style fast food, specialising in fried chicken.
Job description from KFC
Bringing it to the role:
Our Team Leaders are our most important shift runners. They bring their passion and energy and come from diverse backgrounds, ranging from supermarkets and pubs to high street retailers and banks. However, they all share a common characteristic: being empowering leaders who prioritize the well-being of their team members and run a shift as good as our chicken.
As a Team Leader in your restaurant, you will work alongside the Restaurant General Manager (RGM) and play a crucial role in delivering our core operations to the highest standards. Your responsibilities will include coaching and guiding your team to ensure a dependable and consistent experience for our customers. Your role will involve:
- Assisting with day-to-day operations, including food preparation, inventory management, and ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for our customers.
- Learning essential managerial skills, such as scheduling, team coordination, and effective communication, to lead a motivated and efficient team.
- Providing exceptional customer service and ensuring customer satisfaction through prompt problem-solving and a friendly demeanour.
- Collaborating with colleagues and other managers to maintain high-quality standards and uphold our brand's reputation.
- Embracing a continuous learning mindset, taking feedback constructively, and applying it to improve your skills and performance.
Be Original.
It's not just what you do at KFC. It's the way you do it. Unapologetically you, undeniably original. You'll work with colleagues who all bring their originality to the table, who bring energy, spirit and sizzle to the restaurant floor and make every shift high flyin' and high fryin'.
We take your ambition seriously; you'll be treated with respect and supported in everything you do as you roll up your sleeves and bring finger lickin' good chicken to our customers. And whatever your journey looks like, we'll help you get there. From flexible schedules to cross-training and the chance to earn qualifications, we got you.
There are all kinds of opportunities at KFC.
Who we are.
Take one man with a big idea, add 11 herbs and spices, grit, ambition, and buckets of heart - you've got KFC. Since 1952, we've been bringing finger lickin' good chicken to the world. But without our people, The Originals, none of it would be possible. Everyone at KFC is different. Unique. It's what makes us special. We'll always be original. And we welcome you join us; to bring it. Your energy, grit, spirit, and story.
Ready to apply?
If you are ready to bring your passion, skills, and dedication to KFC, we encourage you to apply now. We look forward to welcoming you to our team and embarking on this extraordinary journey together. Bring it.
Check out our website for more information about what life is like at KFC.
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UNITED BY THE BUCKET
At KFC, we're all about flavour. That perfect blend of herbs and spices that makes everything so finger lickin' good. But our blend over bland approach doesn't just apply to our chicken. We value, support, and celebrate all the things that make our KFCers authentic and original. Because whatever your flavour - your ability, age, background, ethnicity, gender, religion, or sexual orientation - we're all united by the bucket.
If you need reasonable adjustment as part of your application or interview process, don't hesitate to let us know.
Job insights from Breakroom
Bar, restaurant and kitchen supervisors
Bar, restaurant and kitchen supervisors are responsible for the day-to-day running of their bar or restaurant and make sure customers are happy with the food and service they receive
What you’ll do as a bar, restaurant and kitchen supervisor
- Plan menus with your chefs
- Organise shifts and rotas for kitchen, waiting and bar staff
- Recruit staff and help to train them
- Plan events like weddings or birthdays
- Manage stock and budgets
Is it right for you?
This job may involve:
- Standing
- Physical activities
- Wearing a uniform
- Cleaning
- Anti-social hours
- Managing people
- Using a computer
What employees say
Pay
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Good
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Most people are paid a living wage
Do KFC pay team leaders enough to live on?
Most people are paid a living wage.
How we know this
89% of people say they are paid at or above the Real Living Wage for where they live.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should be paid enough to live on.
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
The current rates are ÂŁ12.60 per hour, and ÂŁ13.85 per hour in London.
Find out more in our explainer about the Real Living Wage.
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Only some people are paid market rates
Do KFC pay team leaders market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job.
How we know this
45% of people are paid below average for the type of work they do.Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Pay can vary a lot between types of job. Employers should be ensuring that the rates their staff are paid are in line with similar roles elsewhere.
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Everyone is paid the same, whatever their age
Do team leaders at KFC get paid the same regardless of age?
Yes, people under the age of 21 get paid the same as those above 21.
See what KFC pays different age groupsHow we know this
The average pay of under 21s is the same as those above 21.Based on data from 106 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and April 2025.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get paid breaks
Do team leaders at KFC get paid breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks.
How we know this
90% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should have paid breaks.
You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.
Needs improving
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Most people don’t get sick pay
Do KFC pay team leaders sick pay?
No. Most people don’t get proper sick pay.
How we know this
95% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off without worrying.
At a good job you should still get paid if you’re scheduled to work but can’t due to sickness. Your contract should say how many sick days you can take each year.
This is more than the legal minimum, which says you should only get paid if you are unwell for 4 full days. See Citizens Advice for more details.
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Some people do unpaid extra work
Do team leaders at KFC do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work.
How we know this
45% of people report that they do extra work that they don’t get paid for.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get paid for any extra work they do, even if it is outside your contracted hours. At a good job, you should be paid for all the time you spend at work.
Hours and flexibility
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Less than 4 weeks notice of shifts
How much notice do team leaders get of their shift pattern at KFC?
Most people don’t get 4 weeks notice of when they’re working.
How we know this
- 75% of people with changing schedules report getting one week notice or less.
- 13% of people with changing schedules report getting two weeks notice.
- 10% of people with changing schedules report getting three weeks notice.
- 3% of people with changing schedules report getting four weeks notice or more.
Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you get plenty of notice about when you’re working.
This makes it easy for you to plan the rest of life, as well as your finances, because you know how much you’ll be working and when.
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Some people worry about their hours
Do team leaders at KFC worry about hours?
Some people worry about getting enough hours.
How we know this
41% of people report they worry about getting enough hours.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you shouldn’t have to worry about getting enough hours each week.
A good job should guarantee you a minimum number of hours in a contract, if you want it.
This makes it easier to plan your finances, because you know how much you’ll be earning.
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Only some people get a choice of shifts
Do team leaders at KFC get to choose the shifts they work?
Some people don’t get enough choice over which shifts they work.
How we know this
36% report that their manager doesn’t give them enough choice over which shifts they work.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. This means you get a say in when you prefer to work.
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Can be hard to change shifts
How easy is it for team leaders at KFC to change shifts?
Some people find it hard to change shifts.
How we know this
66% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.Based on data from 87 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2023 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job is flexible around your personal life. It should be easy to change a shift if you need to, whether that’s in an emergency or for planning ahead.
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Easy to book holiday
How easy is it for team leaders to book a holiday at KFC?
Most people find it easy to book holiday.
How we know this
68% of people report it’s easy to book holidays.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should let you take time off when you need it, and it shouldn’t be a nightmare to arrange.
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Shifts can get changed at short notice
Do KFC managers change team leaders shifts at short notice?
Some managers change people’s shifts at short notice.
How we know this
50% of people say their manager changes their shifts at the last minute.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
If your manager is often changing your shifts at short notice that’s a sign of poor planning. At a good job you won’t be messed around at the last minute.
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Some people find it hard to take sick leave
How easy is it for team leaders to take sick leave at KFC?
Some people find it hard to take sick leave.
How we know this
47% of people report that it’s hard to take time off if they are sick.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone gets sick sometimes. You should be able to take time off when you need to.
A good job should support you when you’re unwell and have systems in place that will allow you to take time off to recover when you need it.
Needs improving
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People work a lot more hours than their contract
Do team leaders work the same number they are contracted for at KFC?
Most people work a lot more hours than their contact..
How we know this
89% of people report working 8 hours or more than their contract.Based on data from 35 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, you should expect to work about the same number of hours that your contract guarantees you, most of the time.
It’s useful to pick up or drop a few shifts here and there, but if you often work a lot more hours every week than you’re contracted for, a good job should guarantee them.
This means you’re more likely to know when you’ll be working and how much you’ll earn in advance.
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Only some students say it’s good
Is team leaders at KFC job good for students?
Only some students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
How we know this
38% of students report this isn’t a good place to work if you’re studying.Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should allow you to fit work around important things in your life, like studying.
Life isn’t just about work. Good jobs make space for you to do well in both.
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Only some parents say it’s good
Is working as team leaders at KFC good if you have caring responsibilities?
Only some parents and carer say this is a good place to work.
How we know this
53% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2023 and February 2025.
Why this matters
Whether it’s looking after children or caring for a relative, a good job should support your responsibilities outside of work.
Workplace
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Only some people feel treated with respect
Do team leaders at KFC feel treated with respect by their managers?
Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
How we know this
38% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Everyone should get treated with respect by their managers. You shouldn’t feel discriminated against or bullied, and if you have a problem you should be able to speak to someone about it.
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Only some people get proper breaks
Do team leaders at KFC get proper breaks?
Some people don’t get proper breaks.
How we know this
65% of people report that they don’t get to take proper breaks.Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
When you take a break it should be a proper rest. It should last the full duration and you shouldn’t get pulled off it.
Needs improving
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Most people are stressed
Is it stressful for team leaders to work at KFC?
Most people feel stressed here.
How we know this
90% of people say they often feel stressed at work.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
Work isn’t always easy, but if you’re frequently feel stressed, that’s not good.
Your employer should support you with enough people and resources to get your job done without feeling overwhelmed.
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Only some people enjoy their job
Do team leaders at KFC enjoy their jobs?
Only some people enjoy their job.
How we know this
53% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.Based on data from 30 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
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Only some people recommend their team
Do team leaders at KFC recommend working with their team?
Only some people recommend working with their team.
How we know this
63% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.Based on data from 40 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job means enjoying the place where you work.
The people you work with every day really matter. They can be the difference between a terrible day and a great one.
If you’d recommend your team to a friend, this shows that something’s going right.
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Only some people get enough training
Do team leaders get enough training when they start at KFC?
Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
How we know this
41% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should give you good training when you start, not just drop you in at the deep end.
This means that you’ll be happier and more productive from day one and shows that your employer values you.
It’s also very important if your job involves anything that could be dangerous. Good training from the outset keeps you and your team safe.
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Most people get support to progress
Are team leaders given support to progress at KFC?
Most people are given support to progress here.
How we know this
In the last year, 69% of people report being given an opportunity to get better at their job, learn a new skill, learn to manage a team or get more responsibility in their role.Based on data from 36 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
A good job should help you progress at work, if you want to. That might be supporting you to get better at the job you currently have, learn something new, manage a team or take on more responsibilities.
This means you’ll be able to build on your skills and experience, and earn more money.
Needs improving
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Head office doesn’t understand what’s happening
Do team leaders think KFC head office understands what's happening where they work?
Most people think head office doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
How we know this
92% of people think that this employer’s head office or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.Based on data from 37 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, the role of head office should be to support the people on the frontline serving customers.
To do that properly, the company’s owners or head office need to have a good understanding of what’s really happening on the frontline. This is especially important when a company owns multiple locations.
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Only some people feel well informed by head office
Do team leaders feel well informed about how KFC is doing?
Only some people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
How we know this
39% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.Based on data from 38 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2024 and April 2025.
Why this matters
At a good job, there should be a supportive relationship between the people working on the frontline serving customers and the people who own the company or work in head office.
You should be kept informed about how the company is doing as a whole, both in good times and when things get tough for the business.
What KFC employees say about their job
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Best thing
It’s easy
Worst thing
Feel like you run the shifts instead of managers/ shift runners
Employee at KFC, April 2025
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Best thing
Pay and the team
Worst thing
The customers and the managers and soul sucking nature of the job
Team member at KFC, March 2025
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