124 Retail jobs in Strood

Summary

£14.95 £5.45 per hour  |  shifts |  30-35 days holiday (pro rata) | 10% in-store discount | Enhanced family leave

Everyone who works at Lidl brings something unique to the table - but we also have a whole lot in common. We’re reliable, organised and ready to go far.

Just like you.

As a Retail Shift Manager at Lidl, you’ll help us maintain our high standards day after day. From motivating your team to taking responsibility for the shop floor, you’ll keep our store running like clockwork, thriving in a fast-paced and challenging environment. You’ll also reap the rewards of your hard work, enjoying the responsibility to prove yourself as a leader and find your footing for future success.

In return, we’ll give you a competitive hourly pay rate based on equal opportunity and pay structures, plus an extra £2.00 per hou for work during bank holidays and .50 per hour for night shifts, as well as a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and life outside of Lidl.

We’re proud to be supportive teams with big ambitions too, so there’ll be plenty of ways for you to progress. With the right training, we’ll help you thrive in your role and champion you to succeed in your career here.

What you'll do

• Motivate and support your team, learning from our Leadership and Company Principles
• Swiftly solve problems and delegate tasks 
• Create an environment where your colleagues can succeed alongside you
• Manage operations within your Store and colleagues in the absence of the Store Manager and Deputy Store Manager
• Handle freshness, cash processes, inventory and stock management to make sure shifts run smoothly
• Give our customers the very best experience every time they visit your store

What you'll need

• Experience leading a team to achieve targets in a bustling, fast-paced environment
• The ability to effectively delegate tasks and motivate your team
• Patience and a friendly manner with the ability to keep calm in any situation
• Passion to thrive as a key part of the Store Team
• A proactive and encouraging approach to help your colleagues develop themselves and store operations

What you'll receive

• 30-35 days holiday (pro rata)
• 10% in-store discount
• Enhanced family leave
• Pension scheme
• Long service awards 
• Plus, more of the perks you deserve

You’re Lidl like us. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. Join us to celebrate individuality and grow in a fair, respectful, and inclusive environment. 
If you’re ready to get stuck in, want to get more out of your career and make a real difference, find your place at Lidl and apply now. 

Please note your employment is conditional upon the Company's receipt of satisfactory references and if requested by the Company, a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check.

Restaurant general manager
Welcome to KFC. Home of the real ones.

We sell the world’s best chicken. We’ve done it for a long old time — since 1939, when the idea of
finger lickin’ good chicken popped into our Colonel’s head. Now, we proudly serve 1000+ communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky all those years ago.

People who are original. Individual. Fresh. We come to work to be ourselves, and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day — building our own community, as we serve our original recipe chicken to the ones, we’re in.

In our place, ambition grows. Careers build. Potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere.

If you join our team, we only ask one thing. That you be you.

Because that makes us, us.

Sounds good? Great. Here’s more about the job.

About the role

Lead from the front, take full ownership of the restaurant, and smash performance goals while building a team that doesn't just meet standards but exceeds them. Own the numbers, the vibe, and the experience, keeping everything running smoothly while creating a space where both guests and the team thrive.

What will you spend your time doing?

• Lead like you mean it. You’ll take full ownership of the restaurant — drive performance, hit goals, and set the vibe.
• Build a team worth following. Train, coach, and motivate your people so they don’t just meet the standard — they raise it.
• Smash the targets. Own your KPIs and push the team to deliver every shift, every day.
• Keep it tight. Stay on top of the admin — rosters, stock, reporting — so everything runs smooth behind the scenes.
• Make the guest experience unforgettable. Turn first-timers into regulars by creating moments that hit different.

What we'd love from you:

• You lead from the front. You’ve managed teams before and know how to bring the best out of people.
• You get people. You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels seen.
• You run a tight ship. You know how to keep operations efficient, clean, and compliant — even when it’s chaos.

Keeping it real

We don’t hire staff — we hire people. People with real lives and aspirations, building real careers. Each of us has something special to add to the mix we call work, and we’ll always encourage you to add your perspective.

See, at KFC, everyone’s welcome — whatever your background, and whatever future you’re creating. We’ll look out for you because you’re one of us, not because you work for us. We’ll invest in your potential, because it’s what we’ve always done. But most of all, we’ll give you the freedom to be you, wherever (and whoever) you happen to be.

What’s in it for you:
We offer benefits that make your life that little bit easier, because we know the juggle is real.

• Pay rate: 
• Quarterly BONUS that rewards the hustle
• Extra holiday – more time to recharge
• Life assurance – we’ve got you covered
• Free chicken & chips every shift
• 25% staff discount
• Gym discounts to keep you moving
• 200+ high street perks & cashback
• Wellbeing support that actually helps

KFC for everyone:
Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, KFC is a place where you can bring the real
you to work. We’re here to support you in being yourself, whether you work with us, or are
trying to.

Our promise is this: every person who applies
to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity
to work here. We don’t just welcome, we encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries.

If you’d like any additional support with
your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements — just let us know. We’ll be
there to help you be the real you.

Ready?
We hope so. If you’re ready to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply.

Worried you aren’t ticking all the boxes? Don’t - we’d still love to hear from you.

#Unitedbythebucket 

Join Our Team as a Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC! Home of the real ones. We’ve been serving the world’s best chicken since 1939, when our Colonel had the brilliant idea of finger lickin’ good chicken . Today, we proudly serve over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride, and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky.

We’re looking for individuals who are original, individual, and fresh . At KFC, we come to work to be ourselves and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day, building our own community as we serve our original recipe chicken.

In our place, ambition grows , careers build, and potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere. If you join our team, we only ask one thing: be you . Because that makes us, us.

As a Restaurant General Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full ownership of the restaurant. Your mission? Smash performance goals while building a team that doesn’t just meet standards but exceeds them. Own the numbers, the vibe, and the experience, ensuring everything runs smoothly while creating a space where both guests and the team thrive.

• Lead Like You Mean It: Take full ownership of the restaurant — drive performance, hit goals, and set the vibe.
• Build a Team Worth Following: Train, coach, and motivate your people so they don’t just meet the standard — they raise it.
• Smash the Targets: Own your KPIs and push the team to deliver every shift, every day.
• Keep It Tight: Stay on top of the admin — rosters, stock, reporting — so everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
• Make the Guest Experience Unforgettable: Turn first-timers into regulars by creating moments that hit different.

• You Lead from the Front: You’ve managed teams before and know how to bring out the best in people.
• You Get People: You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels seen.
• You Run a Tight Ship: You know how to keep operations efficient, clean, and compliant — even when it’s chaos.

We don’t hire staff — we hire people. People with real lives and aspirations, building real careers. Each of us has something special to add to the mix we call work, and we’ll always encourage you to add your perspective.

At KFC, everyone’s welcome — whatever your background and whatever future you’re creating. We’ll look out for you because you’re one of us, not just because you work for us. We’ll invest in your potential, because it’s what we’ve always done. Most importantly, we’ll give you the freedom to be you, wherever (and whoever) you happen to be.

We offer benefits that make your life a little easier, because we know the juggle is real:

• Pay Rate: £35,000 - £40,000
• Quarterly BONUS: Rewards for your hustle
• Extra Holiday: More time to recharge
• Life Assurance: We’ve got you covered
• Free Chicken & Chips: Every shift!
• 25% Staff Discount: Enjoy your favorites
• Gym Discounts: Keep moving!
• 200+ High Street Perks & Cashback: Treat yourself
• Wellbeing Support: That actually helps

Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, KFC is a place where you can bring the real you to work. We’re here to support you in being yourself, whether you work with us or are trying to.

Our promise is this: every person who applies to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity to work here. We don’t just welcome; we encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries.

If you’d like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements — just let us know. We’ll be there to help you be the real you.

We hope so! If you’re ready to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply. Worried you aren’t ticking all the boxes? Don’t — we’d still love to hear from you.

#Unitedbythebucket

Join Our Team as a Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC! Home of the real ones. Since 1939, we’ve been serving the world’s best chicken, bringing the grit and pride of Kentucky to over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland. Here, we celebrate originality, individuality, and a fresh approach to work.

At KFC, we come together to be ourselves and create something special. We believe in hard work and laughter, building a community as we serve our iconic original recipe chicken. If you’re ready to grow your career and unleash your potential, we want you to join us!

About the Role

As a Restaurant General Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full ownership of the restaurant. Your mission? Smash performance goals while building a team that exceeds expectations. You’ll manage the numbers, the vibe, and the overall experience, ensuring a thriving environment for both guests and team members.

• Lead Like You Mean It: Take full ownership of the restaurant, driving performance and setting the vibe.
• Build a Team Worth Following: Train, coach, and motivate your team to not just meet standards but raise them.
• Smash the Targets: Own your KPIs and inspire your team to deliver excellence every shift.
• Keep It Tight: Stay on top of admin tasks like rosters and stock to ensure smooth operations.
• Create Unforgettable Guest Experiences: Turn first-timers into regulars by crafting memorable moments.

• You Lead from the Front: You have experience managing teams and know how to bring out the best in people.
• You Get People: You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and foster a culture of inclusivity.
• You Run a Tight Ship: You maintain efficient, clean, and compliant operations, even in chaos.

At KFC, we don’t just hire staff — we hire people. We value your unique perspective and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of background or future aspirations. We’re committed to supporting you because you’re one of us.

We offer benefits that make your life easier because we understand the juggle is real:

• Pay Rate: £34,000 - £38,000
• Quarterly Bonus: Rewarding your hustle!
• Extra Holiday: More time to recharge.
• Life Assurance: We’ve got you covered.
• Free Chicken & Chips: Enjoy every shift!
• 25% Staff Discount: Treat yourself.
• Gym Discounts: Keep moving!
• 200+ High Street Perks & Cashback: Enjoy great savings.
• Wellbeing Support: We’re here to help.

Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, KFC is a place where you can bring your real self to work. We promise equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

If you need additional support during the application process, just let us know. We’re here to help you be the real you.

If you’re excited to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply! Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box — we’d still love to hear from you.

#LifeatKFC

Join Our Team as a Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC! Home of the real ones. We’ve been serving the world’s best chicken since 1939, when our Colonel had the brilliant idea of finger lickin’ good chicken . Today, we proudly serve over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride, and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky.

We’re looking for individuals who are original, individual, and fresh . At KFC, we come to work to be ourselves and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day, building our own community as we serve our original recipe chicken.

In our place, ambition grows , careers build, and potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere. If you join our team, we only ask one thing: be you . Because that makes us, us.

As a Restaurant General Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full ownership of the restaurant. Your mission? Smash performance goals while building a team that doesn’t just meet standards but exceeds them. Own the numbers, the vibe, and the experience, ensuring everything runs smoothly while creating a space where both guests and the team thrive.

• Lead Like You Mean It: Take full ownership of the restaurant — drive performance, hit goals, and set the vibe.
• Build a Team Worth Following: Train, coach, and motivate your people so they don’t just meet the standard — they raise it.
• Smash the Targets: Own your KPIs and push the team to deliver every shift, every day.
• Keep It Tight: Stay on top of the admin — rosters, stock, reporting — so everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
• Make the Guest Experience Unforgettable: Turn first-timers into regulars by creating moments that hit different.

• You Lead from the Front: You’ve managed teams before and know how to bring out the best in people.
• You Get People: You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels seen.
• You Run a Tight Ship: You know how to keep operations efficient, clean, and compliant — even when it’s chaos.

We don’t hire staff — we hire people. People with real lives and aspirations, building real careers. Each of us has something special to add to the mix we call work, and we’ll always encourage you to add your perspective.

At KFC, everyone’s welcome — whatever your background and whatever future you’re creating. We’ll look out for you because you’re one of us, not just because you work for us. We’ll invest in your potential, because it’s what we’ve always done. Most importantly, we’ll give you the freedom to be you, wherever (and whoever) you happen to be.

We offer benefits that make your life a little easier, because we know the juggle is real:

• Pay Rate: £35,000 - £40,000
• Quarterly BONUS: Rewards for your hustle
• Extra Holiday: More time to recharge
• Life Assurance: We’ve got you covered
• Free Chicken & Chips: Every shift!
• 25% Staff Discount: Enjoy your favorites
• Gym Discounts: Keep moving!
• 200+ High Street Perks & Cashback: Treat yourself
• Wellbeing Support: That actually helps

Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, KFC is a place where you can bring the real you to work. We’re here to support you in being yourself, whether you work with us or are trying to.

Our promise is this: every person who applies to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity to work here. We don’t just welcome; we encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries.

If you’d like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements — just let us know. We’ll be there to help you be the real you.

We hope so! If you’re ready to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply. Worried you aren’t ticking all the boxes? Don’t — we’d still love to hear from you.

#Unitedbythebucket

Join Our Team as a Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC! Home of the real ones. Since 1939, we’ve been serving the world’s best chicken, bringing the grit and pride of Kentucky to over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland. Here, we celebrate originality, individuality, and a fresh approach to work.

At KFC, we come together to be ourselves and create something special. We believe in hard work and laughter, building a community as we serve our iconic original recipe chicken. If you’re ready to grow your career and unleash your potential, we want you to join us!

About the Role

As a Restaurant General Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full ownership of the restaurant. Your mission? Smash performance goals while building a team that exceeds expectations. You’ll manage the numbers, the vibe, and the overall experience, ensuring a thriving environment for both guests and team members.

• Lead Like You Mean It: Take full ownership of the restaurant, driving performance and setting the vibe.
• Build a Team Worth Following: Train, coach, and motivate your team to not just meet standards but raise them.
• Smash the Targets: Own your KPIs and inspire your team to deliver excellence every shift.
• Keep It Tight: Stay on top of admin tasks like rosters and stock to ensure smooth operations.
• Create Unforgettable Guest Experiences: Turn first-timers into regulars by crafting memorable moments.

• You Lead from the Front: You have experience managing teams and know how to bring out the best in people.
• You Get People: You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and foster a culture of inclusivity.
• You Run a Tight Ship: You maintain efficient, clean, and compliant operations, even in chaos.

At KFC, we don’t just hire staff — we hire people. We value your unique perspective and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of background or future aspirations. We’re committed to supporting you because you’re one of us.

We offer benefits that make your life easier because we understand the juggle is real:

• Pay Rate: £34,000 - £38,000
• Quarterly Bonus: Rewarding your hustle!
• Extra Holiday: More time to recharge.
• Life Assurance: We’ve got you covered.
• Free Chicken & Chips: Enjoy every shift!
• 25% Staff Discount: Treat yourself.
• Gym Discounts: Keep moving!
• 200+ High Street Perks & Cashback: Enjoy great savings.
• Wellbeing Support: We’re here to help.

Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, KFC is a place where you can bring your real self to work. We promise equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

If you need additional support during the application process, just let us know. We’re here to help you be the real you.

If you’re excited to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply! Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box — we’d still love to hear from you.

#LifeatKFC

Join Our Team as a Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC! Home of the real ones. We’ve been serving the world’s best chicken since 1939, when our Colonel had the brilliant idea of finger lickin’ good chicken . Today, we proudly serve over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland, bringing the grit, pride, and iconic reputation that started in Kentucky.

We’re looking for individuals who are original, individual, and fresh . At KFC, we come to work to be ourselves and to make something of ourselves. We bring the graft and the laughs every day, building our own community as we serve our original recipe chicken.

In our place, ambition grows , careers build, and potential goes further. Our doors are open, and they can take you anywhere. If you join our team, we only ask one thing: be you . Because that makes us, us.

As a Restaurant General Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full ownership of the restaurant. Your mission? Smash performance goals while building a team that doesn’t just meet standards but exceeds them. Own the numbers, the vibe, and the experience, ensuring everything runs smoothly while creating a space where both guests and the team thrive.

• Lead Like You Mean It: Take full ownership of the restaurant — drive performance, hit goals, and set the vibe.
• Build a Team Worth Following: Train, coach, and motivate your people so they don’t just meet the standard — they raise it.
• Smash the Targets: Own your KPIs and push the team to deliver every shift, every day.
• Keep It Tight: Stay on top of the admin — rosters, stock, reporting — so everything runs smoothly behind the scenes.
• Make the Guest Experience Unforgettable: Turn first-timers into regulars by creating moments that hit different.

• You Lead from the Front: You’ve managed teams before and know how to bring out the best in people.
• You Get People: You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and create a culture where everyone feels seen.
• You Run a Tight Ship: You know how to keep operations efficient, clean, and compliant — even when it’s chaos.

We don’t hire staff — we hire people. People with real lives and aspirations, building real careers. Each of us has something special to add to the mix we call work, and we’ll always encourage you to add your perspective.

At KFC, everyone’s welcome — whatever your background and whatever future you’re creating. We’ll look out for you because you’re one of us, not just because you work for us. We’ll invest in your potential, because it’s what we’ve always done. Most importantly, we’ll give you the freedom to be you, wherever (and whoever) you happen to be.

We offer benefits that make your life a little easier, because we know the juggle is real:

• Pay Rate: £35,000 - £40,000
• Quarterly BONUS: Rewards for your hustle
• Extra Holiday: More time to recharge
• Life Assurance: We’ve got you covered
• Free Chicken & Chips: Every shift!
• 25% Staff Discount: Enjoy your favorites
• Gym Discounts: Keep moving!
• 200+ High Street Perks & Cashback: Treat yourself
• Wellbeing Support: That actually helps

Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, KFC is a place where you can bring the real you to work. We’re here to support you in being yourself, whether you work with us or are trying to.

Our promise is this: every person who applies to a role at KFC, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation, will have an equal opportunity to work here. We don’t just welcome; we encourage applications from underrepresented groups in all industries.

If you’d like any additional support with your application, have a disability or condition that may affect your performance during the recruitment process, or have any other requirements — just let us know. We’ll be there to help you be the real you.

We hope so! If you’re ready to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply. Worried you aren’t ticking all the boxes? Don’t — we’d still love to hear from you.

#Unitedbythebucket

Join Our Team as a Restaurant General Manager!

Welcome to KFC! Home of the real ones. Since 1939, we’ve been serving the world’s best chicken, bringing the grit and pride of Kentucky to over 1000 communities across the UK and Ireland. Here, we celebrate originality, individuality, and a fresh approach to work.

At KFC, we come together to be ourselves and create something special. We believe in hard work and laughter, building a community as we serve our iconic original recipe chicken. If you’re ready to grow your career and unleash your potential, we want you to join us!

About the Role

As a Restaurant General Manager, you’ll lead from the front, taking full ownership of the restaurant. Your mission? Smash performance goals while building a team that exceeds expectations. You’ll manage the numbers, the vibe, and the overall experience, ensuring a thriving environment for both guests and team members.

• Lead Like You Mean It: Take full ownership of the restaurant, driving performance and setting the vibe.
• Build a Team Worth Following: Train, coach, and motivate your team to not just meet standards but raise them.
• Smash the Targets: Own your KPIs and inspire your team to deliver excellence every shift.
• Keep It Tight: Stay on top of admin tasks like rosters and stock to ensure smooth operations.
• Create Unforgettable Guest Experiences: Turn first-timers into regulars by crafting memorable moments.

• You Lead from the Front: You have experience managing teams and know how to bring out the best in people.
• You Get People: You build strong teams, handle tough conversations, and foster a culture of inclusivity.
• You Run a Tight Ship: You maintain efficient, clean, and compliant operations, even in chaos.

At KFC, we don’t just hire staff — we hire people. We value your unique perspective and encourage you to bring your authentic self to work. Everyone is welcome here, regardless of background or future aspirations. We’re committed to supporting you because you’re one of us.

We offer benefits that make your life easier because we understand the juggle is real:

• Pay Rate: £34,000 - £38,000
• Quarterly Bonus: Rewarding your hustle!
• Extra Holiday: More time to recharge.
• Life Assurance: We’ve got you covered.
• Free Chicken & Chips: Enjoy every shift!
• 25% Staff Discount: Treat yourself.
• Gym Discounts: Keep moving!
• 200+ High Street Perks & Cashback: Enjoy great savings.
• Wellbeing Support: We’re here to help.

Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, KFC is a place where you can bring your real self to work. We promise equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of age, background, ethnicity, gender, ability, religion, or sexual orientation. We actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups.

If you need additional support during the application process, just let us know. We’re here to help you be the real you.

If you’re excited to be part of our community, now’s the time to apply! Don’t worry if you don’t tick every box — we’d still love to hear from you.

#LifeatKFC

• Support and motivate the in-store team on a day-to-day basis to achieve the store's targets by identifying and maximising on opportunities to achieve and surpass KPIs, whilst setting the example in exemplary customer service
• Having a strong retail floor presence, educating and influencing the store, as well as ensuring back-of-house activities enable the store's successful commercial execution
• You will be trained thoroughly in our hand-crafted luxury product to become an expert. With the support from the regional sales manager, you will nurture and develop your team to unlock their full potential and support their succession

• Proven experience in driving sales and profitability in store
• A passion for driving a culture of exemplary customer service
• An ability to understand the importance of local and global business strategy, and can translate this in to the delivery of store, regional and division KPIs
• Experience in using data to identify trends, issues and root causes, and has the ability to take action to deliver when such opportunities are identified
• Strong communication skills in order to establish and coach a high performing team
• The ability to be adaptable and flexible to changing business needs
• A positive, can-do attitude with a contagious enthusiasm for the brands product and core values
• A well-presented appearance with a taste for desirable products and a passion for retail

• A highly competitive salary
• Monthly bonus
• A generous annual uniform allowance that you can spend on to express yourself and your individuality!

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