Certified Department Manager

McDonald's; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay up to $22/hr

1 week PTO

401k option

Medical, Dental, and other insurance options

Employee discounts and free meals

Tuition reimbursement

Training and advancement opportunities

Job summary

McDonald's in Saint Charles, Missouri, is looking for a Department Manager to oversee essential restaurant operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing one of three departments: Guest, People, or Kitchen. Responsibilities include leading shifts, ensuring customer satisfaction, and managing team training.

We offer competitive pay up to $22/hour based on experience, 401k options, medical insurance, and various perks like tuition reimbursement. Join us to grow your career with Ruiz McDonald's!

Qualifications

• Experience as a McDonald's manager or Certified Swing Manager required.
• Ability to lead shifts and manage department responsibilities.
• Strong understanding of food safety and employee training.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts ensuring fast and friendly customer service.
• Oversee assigned departments and manage staff training.
• Control food costs and maintain food safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Training

Food Safety

Job description

Department Manager

Ruiz McDonald’s

This is a job for a candidate with experience as a McDonald's manager with experience in one of the 3 restaurant departments: Guest, People or Kitchen. If you are not already at least a Certified Swing Manager for McDonald’s, please consider applying for the Shift Leader positions instead.

Pay & Benefits

• Competitive pay up to $22/hr based on experience
• 1 week PTO
• 401k option
• Medical, Dental and other insurance options
• Employee discounts and free meals
• Tuition reimbursement or free tuition to Colorado Technical University (online)
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Bi-weekly pay via direct deposit or paycard

Requirements

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers’ responsibilities may include managing assigned Systems, like Training, Food Safety, and Inventory Management, setting goals, delegating tasks to their teams, following up, and reporting results back to their team and other managers.

The Departments In a McDonald’s Store

• The Guest Service Department Manager’s responsibilities may include making sure Crew and Managers deliver a great customer experience, that sales promotions are done well, that all service staff are trained in service procedures, and that the Front Counter McCafé and Drive‑Thru areas are organized for the best service.
• The Kitchen Department Manager’s responsibilities may include making sure the restaurant delivers great quality food to customers, and fast, that food is always safe, that food cost is controlled, and that all kitchen staff are trained in production procedures, including new items that are added to the menu.
• The People Department Manager’s responsibilities may include making sure the restaurant hires qualified crew, trains them well, and schedules them to meet restaurant sales and profit goals. This manager’s responsibilities may also include making sure Crew get off to a good start at the restaurant and that they are recognized and motivated throughout their time working there.

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