Restructuring events
European Restructuring Monitor (ERM)
The restructuring events database contains factsheets with data on large-scale restructuring events reported in the principal national media and company websites in each EU Member State. This database was created in 2002.
KFC, an American fast-food chain, announced over 500 job gains in its newly opened restaurants across Italy. The expansion plan is set to commence in 2026, with the openings scheduled throughout the year.
The company is expanding to strengthen its presence in Italy, as part of a three-year growth strategy that aims to open about 30 restaurants per year, consolidate the existing network, and enter new regions.
The 30 new restaurants will be distributed as follows: Lombardia 5, Lazio 3, Calabria 2, Sicilia 2, Campania 1, Umbria 1, Piemonte 1, Friuli Venezia Giulia 1, Marche 1, Puglia 1. Job creation will focus on operational and managerial roles, including Team Member, Team Member Cook, Team Leader, and Restaurant General Manager positions.
Recruitment in 2026 will mainly target restaurant‑based operational and managerial roles, including team members, kitchen staff, team leaders, and restaurant general managers.
KFC is a U.S. fast-food chain operating 150 restaurants in 17 Italian regions, with a total of 3,400 employees in Italy.
Eurofound (2026), KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken), Business expansion in Italy, factsheet number 204007, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://apps.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/204007.
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