Manager Trainee

Manager Trainee (Shift Manager Track) — Starting at $16/hr with Open Availability + QSR Experience Ready to level up your restaurant leadership career? If you have quick-service (QSR) experience but haven’t managed at McDonald’s yet, this Manager Trainee role puts you on a fast track to Shift Manager—with paid training, supportive coaching, and clear advancement. Pay & Schedule Starting at $16/hr with open availability and relevant QSR experience Other tiers: $14/hr for Shift Managers needing flexible hours Pay is based on experience & availability, with potential increases during review Seeking candidates with open availability (including weekends/closing as needed) What You’ll Do (Training Path - Shift Manager) Learn McDonald’s systems, routines, and standards through hands-on coaching Lead crew during parts of the shift; practice deployment, communication, and guest service Support food safety, quality, and cleanliness routines Assist with cash management, inventory pulls, and basic staffing/scheduling tasks Build toward full Shift Manager accountability for results (speed, accuracy, QSC) Benefits & Perks Tuition assistance for Shift Managers (Archways to Opportunity) Uniforms & world-famous food provided (free shift meal) Employee Assistance Program 401k plan, etc. MCD Perks discounts (national retailers, services, cell phone plans) Closed on Thanksgiving and Christmas Day Qualifications QSR experience required; management experience preferred but not required ServSafe certification preferred (not required - yet!) Open availability and/or reliable weekend/dedicated shift availability Valid driver’s license 18 years or older All applicants are subject to a background check Who We Are This McDonald’s is part of an independent, family-owned franchise committed to employee growth and safety. We operate a drug-free workplace and follow procedures focused on the well-being of our team, guests, and community. Franchisee Notice This position is with a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not McDonald’s USA. The franchisee is the sole employer responsible for all employment decisions (hiring, scheduling, compensation, policies). By applying, you acknowledge your application will be submitted to and reviewed by the franchisee organization. McDonald’s USA will not receive a copy and has no involvement in hiring decisions. This posting provides a general overview and does not list every task or essential function of the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr