Department Manager

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This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald’s USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald’s logos and food products, for example, when running the restaurant. However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald’s USA. If you are hired for the job described in this posting, the franchisee will be your employer, not McDonald’s USA.

Only the franchisee is responsible for employment matters at the restaurant, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing, and scheduling employees. McDonald’s USA has no control over employment matters at the restaurant. McDonald’s USA will not receive a copy of your employment application and it will have no involvement in any employment decisions, including whether you receive an interview for the job or whether you are hired.

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Managers lead shifts every week, ensuring customers receive a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. Some managers also lead Departments, overseeing assigned Systems such as Training, Food Safety, and Inventory Management, setting goals, delegating tasks, following up, and reporting results.

The Guest Service Department Manager is responsible for ensuring Crew and Managers deliver a great customer experience; implementing sales promotions effectively; ensuring all service staff are trained in service procedures; and keeping the Front Counter McCafé and Drive‑Thru areas organized for optimal service.

The Kitchen Department Manager is responsible for ensuring the restaurant delivers high‑quality food quickly, maintaining food safety, controlling food cost, and training all kitchen staff in production procedures, including new menu items.

The People Department Manager is responsible for hiring qualified crew, training them well, and scheduling to meet sales and profit goals. This manager also ensures crew members start strong and are recognized and motivated throughout their tenure.

Previous managerial experience is preferred, ideally within a restaurant, retail or hospitality environment. We’re looking for positive team players with flexible schedules who enjoy a fast‑paced McDonald’s environment. Candidates must be 18 years or older to be a manager.

Seniority level:
Associate

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Sales and Business Development

Industries:
Restaurants

Along with competitive pay, a Department Manager at a McDonald’s Corporate owned store is eligible for benefits including:

• 15-25 days paid vacation
• 10 paid holidays, anniversary splash and 8‑week sabbatical every 10 years
• Education through Archways to Opportunity including opportunities to earn a High School degree, college tuition assistance and English classes as a second language
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Pre‑tax flexible spending accounts
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability, life and accident insurance
• Paid Leaves of Absence
• Service awards
• Employee Resource Connection
• Adoption Assistance
• Matching gifts program

This job posting contains some information about what it is like to work in a McDonald’s restaurant, but it is not a complete job description. People who work…