Fast food giant Subway has revealed its latest expansion plans across Kent and Surrey, which are set to create more than 350 jobs.

The sandwich company plans to open a further 15 franchises across the region by the end of the year.

It will open another 20 throughout 2019 and 2020 in the two counties.

The expansion will be approximately two thirds Kent and one third Surrey - equating to about 23 new sites opening in Kent by 2020.

The firm already has 61 stores in the county, all operated by franchisees, and employs more than 900 people in Kent and Surrey.

Hemina Haque, the firm's regional development agent, said: “We have ambitious plans to grow the Subway brand across Kent and Surrey, so I am really keen to hear from local people who are looking to fulfill their dreams of owning their own business and becoming their own boss.

“Franchisees benefit from operating in a tried and tested system, with excellent training and support provided.

“Many of our franchisees start out with little or no experience in the food industry, but all posses a strong work ethic and a passion for the Subway brand and its products."

About 70% of new stores are opened by existing franchisees.

Its expansion plans include seeking a new franchisee in Maidstone and Herne Bay.

Ms Haque added: “We believe there is still plenty of room to grow the Subway® brand in Kent and Surrey, with great locations available now.

"To succeed, we need the right people, with the right blend of team work, leadership and work ethic to become new franchisees and help us to deliver our ambitious growth target."

Across the UK, the company is aiming to increase its number of stores to 3,000 by 2020, creating 5,000 jobs.

It is not the first time Subway has announced an expansion drive in the county.

In 2014, it revealed plans to open 30 stores in Kent over five years.