Orientation Manager

McDonald's; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

McDonald's in Woodbridge, Virginia is seeking an Orientation Manager responsible for facilitating new hire orientation and ensuring employees are trained and developed. This role will conduct orientation sessions, track training progress, and provide coaching within restaurant operations.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and strong communication skills, with restaurant or onboarding experience preferred. The position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities and promote a positive onboarding experience.

Qualifications

• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.
• Able to handle confidential information professionally.
• Experience in restaurant, training, or onboarding preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new hire orientation sessions.
• Track training completion and employee development progress.
• Provide on-floor restaurant training and coaching.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Ability to handle confidential information

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Restaurant experience

Training experience

Onboarding experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

The Orientation Manager is responsible for facilitating new hire orientation, tracking training progress, and providing hands‑on, shoulder‑to‑shoulder coaching within restaurant operations. This role partners with restaurant leadership to ensure employees are properly trained, developed, and equipped to meet company standards while creating a positive onboarding and learning experience.

Essential Responsibilities

• Conduct new hire orientation sessions.
• Track training completion, class attendance, and employee development progress.
• Provide on‑floor restaurant training and coaching as needed.
• Assist employees with onboarding questions and direct concerns to appropriate leadership.
• Maintain accurate onboarding and training records.
• Coordinate with restaurant leadership regarding new hire and training needs.
• Promote a positive onboarding experience and support employee retention efforts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication, organizational, and computer skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Restaurant, training, or onboarding experience preferred.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between restaurant locations as needed.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced restaurant environment and provide hands‑on, shoulder‑to‑shoulder training and coaching.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and actively participate in restaurant operations for extended periods.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.