Opening Shift Manager (one weekend day a must)

McDonald's; Lancaster (NH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A global fast-food franchise is looking for an Opening Shift Manager in Lancaster, NH. This role involves leading daily shifts to ensure fast, friendly service and high standards for Quality, Service, and Cleanliness. Responsibilities include managing crew, overseeing operations such as inventory and scheduling, and acting as a key leader during varied shifts. The ideal candidate will have previous leadership experience, strong people skills, and a commitment to a positive team environment. Full-time position with varied shift requirements.

Qualifications

• Previous leadership in hospitality or retail is often preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
• Strong commitment to maintaining quality service and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Inspire and direct the crew while leading by example.
• Manage daily tasks, including inventory and meeting sales targets.
• Ensure fast and friendly service to meet quality standards.
• Schedule and train new crew members to foster a positive environment.
• Oversee food safety, cleanliness, and restaurant security.

Skills

Strong people skills

Leadership

Flexibility

Commitment to high standards

Job description

Opening Shift Manager (one weekend day a must)

A McDonald's Swing Manager leads daily shifts, ensuring fast, friendly service and high standards for Quality, Service, and Cleanliness (QSC). This role oversees crew, manages operations such as inventory and scheduling, hits sales goals, handles food safety, and acts as a key leader during varied shifts—including day, night, and weekend—to focus on team development and customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership: Inspiring and directing the crew and other managers, leading by example.
• Operations: Managing daily tasks, including inventory, orders, waste, and meeting sales targets.
• Customer Experience: Ensuring fast, accurate, and friendly service to meet QSC standards.
• Team Management: Scheduling, training new members, and fostering a positive, high‑performance environment.
• Safety & Security: Overseeing food safety, cleanliness, and restaurant security.

What It Means to “Swing”

• Varied Shifts: Working different shifts (mornings, nights, weekends) to cover the restaurant’s full operating hours.
• Flexibility: Requires a flexible schedule to meet the restaurant’s needs.

Typical Requirements & Environment

• Experience: Previous leadership in hospitality or retail is often preferred.
• Skills: Strong people skills, a “can‑do” attitude, and commitment to high standards.
• Pace: A fast‑paced, team‑focused, and sometimes stressful environment during peak times.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Management and Manufacturing

Industries

Restaurants