KFC plans to create 9,000 new UK food jobs in the next three years
Leading fast food chain KFC is reportedly planning to create up to 9,000 new food jobs throughout the UK, as part of a three year plan to open new outlets and grow the business. The first stage of the plan is happening in Workington, where a new branch of KFC is to be opened.
After identifying a demand for their services in the Cumbrian town, KFC has this week confirmed that they have already located a potential drive-through location for their new outlet in Workington. It has also been revealed that around 40 new food jobs will be created for local people.
After Workington, the main goal for KFC is to open up to 300 new outlets throughout the UK. This is expected to cost the company between £100 million and £150 million, but it will mean that the UK food and drink industry will benefit from over 9,000 new food jobs.
Managing Director at KFC UK & Ireland, Martin Shuker, had this to say about the company's plans:
After identifying a demand for their services in the Cumbrian town, KFC has this week confirmed that they have already located a potential drive-through location for their new outlet in Workington. It has also been revealed that around 40 new food jobs will be created for local people.
After Workington, the main goal for KFC is to open up to 300 new outlets throughout the UK. This is expected to cost the company between £100 million and £150 million, but it will mean that the UK food and drink industry will benefit from over 9,000 new food jobs.
Managing Director at KFC UK & Ireland, Martin Shuker, had this to say about the company's plans:
"There aren't many companies who can be so positive in this challenging environment so we are delighted to be able to announce this significant investment."
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