KFC to create 7,000 jobs to fend off rivals Wingstop and Popeyes
Summary
KFC plans to create 7,000 new jobs in the UK and Ireland as part of a £1.5 billion investment over five years. This investment will include opening new restaurants and updating existing ones, as well as strengthening relationships with suppliers. The fast-food chain aims to expand in response to growing competition from other chicken chains.Key Facts
- KFC plans to create 7,000 new jobs in the UK and Ireland.
- The company will invest nearly £1.5 billion over five years.
- Part of the investment includes opening 500 new sites and upgrading current ones.
- KFC currently has more than 1,000 restaurants in the UK and Ireland.
- A portion of new jobs will include roles for servers, kitchen staff, and managers.
- KFC will strengthen its supply chain, working with existing partners like Pilgrim's Europe and McCormick.
- Competitors like Wingstop and Popeyes are expanding in the UK and Ireland.
- Fast food chicken purchases in the UK reached £2.8 billion within a year ending 20 April.
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