Information Technology Specialist

Americana Restaurants · Cairo, Egypt · Posted 2026-05-14

Who we are?Americana Restaurants is a leading restaurant operator and food & beverage platform in the MENA region. With a legacy that dates back to 1964, we’ve grown to represent and manage some of the world’s most beloved restaurant brands including KFC, Pizza Hut, Hardee’s, Krispy Kreme, and many more across over 12 countries. Our commitment to operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction continues to drive our growth and success in the region.As we expand, we're looking for passionate professionals who thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments. If you're driven by purpose and motivated to make an impact, we'd love to have you on our team.Role PurposeTo support store operations by ensuring accurate POS updates, stable IT systems, and timely technical assistance across hardware, software, and databases.Key ResponsibilitiesImplement POS price changes and ensure accuracy.Provide L1/L2 support across systems, software, and hardware.Handle ServiceNow tickets and follow up on requests.Coordinate with vendors and service providers for issue resolution.Maintain the lab and testing environment.Install required files in stores.Diagnose and resolve technical problems.Manage hardware and software staging.Perform additional tasks assigned by the RT Manager or Team Leader.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a related field.1-2 years of experience as an IT Associate or similar role.Experience in restaurant/hospitality IT is preferred.Experience working within a franchise model is an advantage.Technical SkillsKnowledge of POS systems and operational technologies.Strong logical thinking and ability to learn new systems quickly.Ability to use data and reports to support operational improvements.Familiarity with hardware/software staging and deployment.Strong vendor management skills.Generic SkillsStrong time management and organizational skills.Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

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About Americana Restaurants

Food and Beverage Services

Americana Restaurants is a Middle East-based quick-service restaurant operator running franchises of KFC, Pizza Hut, Hardee's, TGI Fridays, and Krispy Kreme across the GCC, Egypt, and other regional markets. The company operates more than 2,000 restaurants region-wide.

What you should know

  • Massive Regional Network: Operates a massive network of 2,749 restaurants across 12 countries in the MENA region and Kazakhstan
  • Global Brand Power: Employs a diverse workforce of over 40,000 people to manage its portfolio of 11 iconic global and proprietary brands
  • 1970 QSR Pioneer: Introduced the first quick-service restaurant to the Arab region in 1970 with the launch of the Wimpy brand in Kuwait

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