KFC Wollert: New KFC store opens on Symphony Lane

Fried chicken lovers in Melbourne’s north are in luck, with popular fast food chain KFC opening a new restaurant.

KFC has opened a new store in Wollert, employing 45 local residents.

Fried chicken fans in Melbourne’s north are in luck, with KFC opening a new store in Wollert.

The new restaurant, at 13 Symphony Lane, officially opened on Thursday and has created 42 new jobs for the local area.

Wollert is part of Melbourne’s growing northern suburbs, and is located in the City of Whittlesea.

Eight staff members have joined the new store from nearby KFC restaurants, with the store to be led by Stewart Henske, who has more than eight years experience at KFC, including three years as assistant restaurant manager at the nearby KFC Wallan stores.

Amy Tawil and Caitlan Huynh will be assistant restaurant managers.

Mr Henske said the new restaurant was in a prime location for locals and those passing through town.

The new Wollert restaurant will be open Sunday to Thursday from 10.30am – 10pm and Friday – Saturday from 10.30am – 11pm.