Hourly Shift Manager

McDonald's; Metamora (IL); On-site; USD 23,763 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly bonus opportunities

Paid leave

Free employee meals

College tuition assistance ($2,500–$3,000 after 90 days)

Job summary

McDonald's in Metamora, IL, is seeking Shift Managers who are people-driven and ready to build their careers. You will lead shifts, ensuring exceptional customer experiences and maintaining high standards of service and safety.

The ideal candidate will have previous leadership experience and a passion for working in a fast-paced environment. The role offers competitive pay between $17.25 and $20 per hour, with additional benefits like paid leave and leadership development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Previous leadership experience is preferred, ideally within a restaurant, retail, or hospitality environment.
• Passion to work in a famously fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead shifts ensuring fast and friendly customer experience.
• Monitor shift performance and take action to meet McDonald’s standards.
• Prepare for shifts with effective communication.

Skills

Leadership experience

Team player

Flexible schedule

Customer service

Job description

Job Overview

We’re looking for Shift Managers and future leaders who are ambitious, competitive, people‑driven, and ready to build a real career. This role offers bigger opportunities, faster growth, strong income potential, a team‑focused culture, and a career with purpose and advancement.

Key Responsibilities

Managers lead shifts every week, ensuring customers receive a fast, accurate, friendly experience. They lead crew and other managers, ensuring high quality, service, cleanliness, safety, security, and profitability. Responsibilities include:

• Planning each shift
• Monitoring performance during the shift
• Taking action to meet McDonald’s standards
• Monitoring safety, security, and profitability
• Communicating with the next Shift Manager to prepare for a great shift
• Meeting targets during shifts
• Helping assigned departments meet their goals

Additional duties may include:

• Food Safety
• Internal Communication
• Daily Maintenance and Cleanliness
• Managing Crew
• Quality Food Production
• Exceptional Customer Service
• Safety and Security
• Training

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Previous leadership experience is preferred, ideally within a restaurant, retail, or hospitality environment
• Positive team player with a flexible schedule
• Passion to work in a famously fast‑paced environment

Benefits and Compensation

• Competitive pay: $17.25/hour – $20/hour depending on experience
• Monthly bonus opportunities
• Paid leave
• Real advancement opportunities
• Leadership development
• College tuition or trade school assistance through Archways ($2,500–$3,000 per year after 90 days of employment)
• Opportunity to earn a high school diploma
• Free employee meals
• Retirement plan through the State of Illinois
• A chance to build a long‑term career

Legal Information

By applying to this position, I understand that I am applying to work at a restaurant that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not McDonald’s USA. I understand that this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald’s USA. Any information I provide in this application will be submitted only to the independent franchisee, who is the sole employer responsible for employment matters at this restaurant. I acknowledge that McDonald’s USA will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in employment decisions regarding me.