Sphera Franchise Group, Romania’s largest food service group, listed on the Bucharest Stock Exchange under the symbol SFG, continues to expand its KFC network in Romania, opening its fourth restaurant in Oradea, a Drive-Thru unit, following an investment of EUR 1.1 million.
This is the Group’s seventh KFC opening in 2026, following the restaurants in M Park Titan and Popești-Leordeni (Bucharest), Bălți (Republic of Moldova), San Donà di Piave (Italy), the seasonal restaurant opened in Nibiru and a Drive-Thru unit in Bran. KFC’s network in Romania now comprises 113 restaurants.
The new restaurant is located in the parking lot of Oradea Shopping City, at 87A Calea Aradului and covers approximately 350 sqm, with both indoor and outdoor terrace seating. The restaurant’s dine-in area is open from 8:00 a.m. to 11:45 p.m., while Drive-Thru and takeaway services are available 24/7.
“We continue to expand and invest in western Romania, and Oradea remains an important city in our development strategy. We have been present here for more than 20 years, and we are pleased to have become part of the local community consumption habits. The growing demand has convinced us to expand our presence here. We are pleased to be even closer to our customers in Oradea and to offer them the same KFC experience they are already accustomed to”, said Marian Gogu, General Manager of KFC Romania.
The new restaurant creates 40 job opportunities for the local community, in addition to the approximately 120 jobs already available across the other units KFC in Oradea. This contributes to the city’s economic development while providing career opportunities for people at different stages of their professional journeys. Available roles range from kitchen team member and cashier to management positions, including restaurant director and manager. Previous experience is not essential, as the focus is on potential, willingness to learn, and commitment.
Full-time Crew Members can earn a monthly net income of 3,600 lei starting from their third month of employment. This amount includes base salary, meal vouchers and bonuses awarded in accordance with the company’s internal criteria.
In addition to the Drive-Thru concept, the restaurant features modern digital technologies, including self-order kiosks and digital screens displaying products and offers, both inside the restaurant and along the Drive-Thru lane. Customers can also enjoy the Free Refill system for soft drinks and choose from several ordering options, including dine-in, delivery through online platforms, takeaway, Click & Collect (order online and pick up at the restaurant) and Drive-Thru.
