Training & Development Manager
Location
Auckland City, Auckland
Full job description
Are you passionate about building high-impact learning cultures? Restaurant Brands is looking for an experienced Training & Development Manager to lead the strategy, design, and delivery of training across our group of iconic brands – KFC, Carls Jr, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell.
In this pivotal role, you'll work alongside senior HR and Operations leaders to develop scalable programs that elevate restaurant and office teams alike. From frontline onboarding to executive development, you’ll shape how our people grow, perform, and succeed.
What You'll Do
Develop and implement a group-wide L&D strategy aligned to business goals
Lead training design for restaurant teams, including leadership pathways and operational excellence
Deliver professional development for corporate employees, with a focus on leadership, soft skills, and functional capability
Oversee end-to-end program management, content creation, and vendor partnerships
Champion learning culture, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement
Lead and develop a high-performing L&D team
What You Bring
Proven experience in learning & development leadership, ideally across multi-site or franchise environments
Strategic mindset with hands-on expertise in training design, delivery, and measurement
Strong stakeholder management and people leadership skills
Knowledge of modern learning tools and technologies (e.g. LMS, mobile learning)
Passion for talent development and creating engaging, brand-aligned learning experiences
What’s In It for You?
You’ll have the chance to work with internationally recognised brands and be part of a supportive, highly engaged L&D team with plenty of room to grow and develop your skills. Our convenient Ellerslie location is just a short walk from the train station, you’ll also benefit from a fun, inclusive workplace culture, an active on-site social club, and access to a group discounted health insurance scheme.
Join a company where learning drives performance and people are at the heart of everything we do.
Apply now and shape the future of learning at Restaurant Brands.