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“ Transition and takeover of existing branches posed integration challenges. For instance, when taking over a branch like Wroxham or the King’ s Lynn group, we inherited existing staff and customer expectations. Bridging the transition smoothly required care, clear communication and well-managed change.”
Recruitment and retention
K Foley currently has around 1430 employees across a wide age range, making it a significant local employer.“ Our recruitment approach is designed to be open, welcoming, and skills-focused rather than experience-focused,” he continues.“ We look for attitude, potential and a willingness to learn, all of which are more important than previous experience.
“ Once people join us, our focus is on making sure they feel valued and supported. That means fair pay, predictable schedules and clear communication. We put a lot of emphasis on building strong relationships between managers and team members, and we work to create an environment where people feel safe to ask questions and learn from mistakes. Retention improves naturally when people feel respected and included. For those who want to progress, we offer clear pathways into staff trainer and management roles, supported by accredited training and mentorship. The idea is to give young people both the technical skills to excel and the personal skills that help them thrive in any future career. One of our highlights this year was when one of our young managers, Connor Devlin, who is part way through his Level 6 Business Management degree apprenticeship, won the Aspire award at the 2025 McDonald’ s Apprenticeship Awards.”
Alongside the support and dedication given to its employees, K Foley is committed to being involved with
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