Shift Manager

McDonald's; Brewer (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Advancement Opportunities

Paid Vacations & PTO

Performance Bonuses

Great Insurance Options

Tuition Assistance

Direct Deposit & More

Job summary

McDonald’s is hiring Shift Leaders who bring energy, confidence, and previous supervisory experience. Starting pay is $18.50/hour with potential for more based on experience, plus clear paths to higher leadership roles.

You’ll lead shifts, train and coach crew, ensure fast, friendly service, and manage inventory, labor, cleanliness, and safety. Opportunities include tuition assistance, paid vacations, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Previous management or supervisory experience in restaurant, hospitality, or customer service.
• Flexibility to work early openings (4 AM) or late closings (midnight or later) twice per week.

Responsibilities

• Run the show during shifts, guide the crew, and maintain high energy.
• Ensure fast, friendly, unforgettable customer experience.
• Oversee food safety and quality standards.
• Train, coach, and schedule crew members.
• Manage inventory and labor, and ensure daily cleanliness and safety.
• Lead with energy and confidence on shift.

Skills

Food Safety & Quality Standards

Crew Training

Coaching & Scheduling

Customer Service

Inventory Management

Labor Management

Daily Cleanliness

Leading With Energy

Job description

Ready to lead with energy and confidence? We’re hiring driven Shift Leaders who want more than just a job — they want a career that moves fast, pays well, and opens doors to advancement!

Starting at $18.50/hr (more with experience)

Clear growth paths into higher leadership roles

We’re looking for leaders with previous management or supervisory experience, ideally in restaurant, hospitality, or customer service. Flexibility is a must — you’ll need to be available to work early openings (4 AM) or late closings (midnight or later) twice per week.

Perks & Benefits You’ll Love:

Career Advancement Opportunities

Paid Vacations & PTO

Performance Bonuses

Great Insurance Options

Tuition Assistance

Direct Deposit & More!

What You’ll Do:

As a Shift Leader, you’ll run the show during your shifts — guiding the crew, keeping the energy high, and making sure every customer gets a fast, friendly, unforgettable experience. You’ll be hands‑on with:

• Food Safety & Quality Standards

• Crew Training, Coaching & Scheduling

• Customer Service That Wows

• Inventory & Labor Management

• Daily Cleanliness & Safety

• Leading With Energy & Confidence

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