KFC generates more than 1,100 jobs and reaches 46 locations in the Dominican Republic

Santo Domingo – The general manager of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) in the Dominican Republic, Pablo Girard, highlighted the growth achieved in the country by this global fast-food franchise, which expects to end 2024 with 46 restaurants in the national territory and more than 1,100 direct jobs.

The executive of the international company highlighted that this year KFC celebrates 27 years installed in the country, with a trajectory of growth and in this 2024 it intends to reinforce its commitment to expansion.

Girard said that KFC is committed to reach more communities and generate more employment opportunities, continue innovating with its menu and work continuously with the training and preparation of employees to ensure providing consumers the best possible experience.

The general manager of KFC in the country intervened in the presentation of the Kentucky Chizza Sandwich, a new culinary proposal introduced to the Dominican Republic market by this international chain, which combines brioche bread, pepperoni, mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce and triple crispy chicken fillet, KFC style.

“With this product, which we define as innovative, we combine a mix of unique flavors with our chicken and classic pizza ingredients to adapt to local preferences and tastes, making it perfect for people who like to be on trend and enjoy good food,” said Vanessa González, KFC’s marketing manager, at the launch held at the Winston Churchill Avenue branch.

The activity was attended by other franchise executives, customers, special guests and media representatives.

González emphasized that “at KFC we are always thinking about how to do things differently and this new proposal, without a doubt, is for the risky and modern Dominican, which is why we are looking for different and unique people like us, which is why it will be a favorite”.

The KFC marketing manager explained that the Kentucky Chizza Sandwich is available for a limited time, which is why she invited people to try it and “live the tasting experience before it runs out”, in the 43 restaurants in the country, or order it through the WhatsApp number: 809-508-0000, in the mobile application “KFCRD” and in the different home delivery platforms.

About KFC

It is a global chicken restaurant brand with a decades-long history of success and innovation.

It all started with one cook, Colonel Harland Sanders, who created the original recipe more than 90 years ago, a list of 11 secret herbs and spices written on the back of his kitchen door. To date, they continue to successfully replicate his formula in more than 30,000 restaurants in nearly 150 countries and territories around the world.

KFC arrived in our country in 1997, with the inauguration of its first restaurant on June 1, 1997, on Winston Churchill Avenue at the corner of Roberto Pastoriza, in Santo Domingo.

By the end of 2023, it had 43 restaurants located in different cities of the Dominican Republic, and the success of each one is thanks to real cooks who bread and prepare the chicken by hand. Undoubtedly, their original recipe to their innovative menu items continue to delight customers with their unique combination of flavors and dedication to quality, service and hospitality.