Shift Manager In Training

Shift Manager In Training

Fast-Track Restaurant Leadership Program

Ready to take the next step in your leadership career?

If you have experience leading people in restaurants, retail, hospitality, customer service, or another fast-paced environment, we'll provide the training you need to become a McDonald's Shift Manager.

Our paid leadership development program prepares motivated candidates for promotion into Shift Management, with opportunities for continued advancement into Assistant Manager and General Manager roles.

This is more than a job—it's a career path.

What You'll Earn

• Starting pay: $15-$18/hour (based on experience)
• Paid training
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee meal discounts

In Addition, After Certification

• Shift Manager pay: $18-$21/hour
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Additional career advancement opportunities

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you have:

• Previous supervisory, shift lead, or management experience
• Restaurant, retail, hospitality, customer service, or food service experience
• A passion for developing people
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• A positive attitude and strong work ethic

No McDonald's experience? No problem. We'll teach you our systems.

What You'll Do

During your paid training, you'll learn every aspect of restaurant operations, including:

• Customer service excellence
• Food safety and quality standards
• Team leadership and coaching
• Inventory and labor management
• Restaurant operations
• Scheduling and shift execution
• Problem solving and decision making
• Safety, cleanliness, and compliance

Once certified as a Shift Manager, you will:

• Lead a team during assigned shifts
• Coach and develop crew members
• Deliver outstanding customer experiences
• Ensure food safety and operational excellence
• Manage labor, inventory, and profitability goals
• Maintain McDonald's Quality, Service & Cleanliness standards
• Help build a positive, high-performing team culture

Career Growth

Many of our restaurant leaders started as crew members or Shift Managers.

Successful graduates of this program have opportunities to continue growing into:

• Assistant General Manager
• General Manager
• Multi-Unit Leadership

If you're looking for a company that invests in your future, we'd love to meet you.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Restaurant experience is helpful but not required
• Reliable transportation
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Apply today and begin your path toward restaurant leadership with one of the world's most recognized brands.