General Manager

Overview

The General Manager role at a McDonald’s corporate-owned restaurant entails leading a high-volume quick service establishment to profitable success while adhering to stringent standards of quality, service, and cleanliness. This role involves managing a team of Department Managers and collaborating closely with leadership to set and achieve restaurant goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the restaurant's daily operations to maintain profitable performance.
• Ensure the restaurant consistently meets McDonald’s customer service standards concerning quality, service, and hygiene.
• Work with leadership to define strategic goals and develop actionable plans to realize them.
• Direct and support Department Managers by setting their objectives, monitoring progress, and providing coaching for performance improvements.
• Recruit, train, and develop Department and Shift Managers, securing a capable leadership team for the restaurant's future success.

Candidate Qualifications

• Prior experience as a General Manager, preferably in high-volume environments.
• Strong preference for backgrounds in quick service restaurants or hospitality and retail sectors.
• Minimum age of 18 years to qualify for management positions within corporate-owned restaurants.

Benefits

• Monthly bonus opportunities up to $850, totaling up to $10,200 annually.
• Vacation benefits that increase with tenure.
• Retirement options including 401K plans with significant company matching contributions.
• Access to the Archways to Opportunity education program, offering paths to high school diplomas, college tuition assistance, and ESL classes.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverages.
• Pre-tax flexible spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance provisions.
• Recognition through service awards.

Additional Information

This role is with an independently owned and operated franchise that licenses McDonald’s branding and products. The franchisee is solely responsible for all employment decisions including hiring, discipline, and scheduling; McDonald’s USA does not control employment matters or receive employment applications related to this position.

Our company prides itself on being an equal opportunity employer, valuing diversity and offering reasonable accommodations during hiring and employment processes for individuals with disabilities.

This summary provides an outline of typical job functions but is not exhaustive of all tasks performed in this role. Employment inquiries and accommodations should be directed to the respective franchisee.