Popeyes Louisiana Chicken UK&I
Assistant General Manager
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Assistant General Manager
Popeyes UK&I – Assistant General Manager
We're Popeyes UK&I, a Times Top 100 ranked company / great place to work and Happiest Place to Work, and we're building the most loved chicken brand in the country—and that's where you come in!
We’re hunting for standout Assistant General Managers ready to step up and lead from the front. You’re a proven operator who thrives in high-volume, fast-paced restaurants—and as the right hand to the GM, you’ll drive results across people, profit, and an unforgettable guest experience.
What You’ll Get
- Competitive salary with 10% performance bonus
- £1000 management referral bonus
- 30 days holiday + extra birthday day off
- Free meals on shift, plus discount when off
- Employee perks including:
- Gym membership
- Retail discount scheme
- Tech discount scheme
- Career development and progression opportunities through Popeyes University’s dedicated learning platform
What You’ll Do Here
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- Help run the restaurant and lead the team to deliver Popeye’s outstanding food quality, speed of service, and guest experience standards
- Support your GM in building a winning plan and smashing performance goals
- Ensure full team compliance with:
- Food safety (HACCP)
- Health & safety
- Employment legislation
- Be the role model—set the tone and ensure high standards, inspiring your team to deliver their best
- Create a warm, inclusive environment where everyone feels welcome
- Recruit, develop, and retain top talent—build a dream team and nurture future leaders
- Drive fun and energy while keeping service smooth and culture vibrant
- Step in as acting GM when needed—proof you’re ready to own leadership
- Stay hungry for personal development—this role is a stepping stone to future leadership
What You’ll Bring to the Table
✅ Proven experience as an Assistant General Manager or Restaurant General Manager in a branded, high-volume QSR or fast-casual restaurant
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✅ Experience leading results through:
- Team coaching
- Training
- Honest, decisive conversations
✅ Excitement for growth and a readiness to take the next step in your career
✅ A track record of hitting sales targets, managing P&L, and controlling costs
✅ Experience with:
- Labour scheduling
- Stock and inventory management
- Operational systems
✅ Strong people leadership—experience in team building and developing talent
✅ Ability to deliver consistency in quality, safety, and cleanliness every time
✅ Adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
At Popeyes, everyone counts
It’s one of our core values and sits at the heart of everything we do. We’re committed to:
- Building diverse, inclusive teams
- Making sure everyone feels valued and can be their true selves
We assess every application based on potential and ability—nothing else.
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