NOW HIRING DEPARTMENT MANAGERS Capital City McDonald's - Where careers take root and leaders rise. This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, Capital City McDonald's. This means you're applying to join a local organization - not McDonald's USA - with its own leadership team, training structure, and opportunities for growth. At Capital City McDonald's, we don't just develop restaurants, we develop people. As a Department Manager, you'll play a key leadership role in one of our 16 locally owned and operated restaurants across Central Illinois. Whether you're passionate about building strong teams or delivering unforgettable guest experiences, we have a spot for you. We're currently hiring for the People Department and the Hospitality Department and we're looking for growth-minded leaders who are ready to step up, own their impact, and take their careers to the next level. Why Grow With Capital City McDonald's? + Starting Pay: $19.50/hour + Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance after Training Completion + 401(k) with Company Match + Paid Vacation Time + Free Meals During Shifts + Tuition Assistance - Up to $3,000/year through Archways to Opportunity + Daily Incentive Program for Free Perks + Referral Bonuses & Nationwide Employee Discounts + Clear Path to General Manager & Beyond + Uniforms Provided at No Cost Your Role: Department Managers support daily operations while leading one of three functional areas: People, Hospitality, or Quality. You'll coach your team, drive performance in your department, and help build a workplace where people want to stay and grow. What You'll Do: As a People Manager, you'll: + Lead recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and crew retention + Ensure training plans are followed and verified + Recognize and grow talent from within + Support staffing to meet business needs As a Hospitality Manager, you'll: + Lead the guest experience at front counter, Drive-Thru, and McCafé + Execute sales promotions and service procedures + Train and coach the team to deliver fast, friendly, accurate service + Champion cleanliness, friendliness, and speed of service metrics All Department Managers: + Lead shifts and support restaurant goals + Develop crew and Shift Managers through training and feedback + Set goals, delegate tasks, and report progress to the leadership team + Foster a fun, high-performing, people-first culture Who We're Looking For: + 1-2 years of management experience in restaurant, retail, or hospitality + Strong communication and organizational skills + Flexible schedule availability, including weekends + Must be 18+ years old + A passion for people and leadership A Few More Details You Should Know: This role is with Capital City McDonald's, a family-owned and operated franchisee of McDonald's with 16 locations across Central Illinois. If you are hired, Capital City McDonald's will be your employer - not McDonald's USA. Only Capital City McDonald's is responsible for all hiring and employment matters for this role. This posting provides a general overview of what it's like to work in a McDonald's restaurant, but it does not include every task you may be responsible for. If you're ready to build your future with a team that believes in Hope, Opportunity, and growing people - we'd love to meet you. Let's talk. Make your move. You bring the leadership. We'll bring the opportunity. Join a team that's building more than great restaurants - we're building great careers. Requsition ID: PDX_MC_E87E7AF3-5B91-4ECA-937F-BFD113767D41_6664 McDonald's Corporation and McDonald's USA, LLC (the "Company") are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, including any corporate-owned restaurant, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact recruiting.supportteam@us.mcd.com if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company or at a McDonald's corporate-owned restaurant to which you are applying. McDonald's and its franchisees are taking proactive steps in response to the COVID-19 outbreak to ensure the safety in our restaurants across all communities. Our values of quality, service, and cleanliness continue to guide us. We're following direction from the CDC, state, and local governments and adhering to our deep cleaning procedures in every restaurant, every day. We also fully support employees who stay home from work if they are feeling sick. Read more about the ways we are prioritizing health at https://news.mcdonalds.com/news-releases/news-release-details/prioritizing-health-safety-and-community-mcdonalds-shares. McDonald's and its franchisees are always looking for top candidates and encourage you to apply online. If you have any questions, please first call the restaurant as this will help the restaurant comply with any social distancing guidelines or other compliance obligations. For corporate roles, please proceed to the online application, or if you already applied, contact supportteam@us.mcd.com. There may be a short delay in response time while we continue to monitor the impacts of COVID-19. We sincerely thank you for your continued trust in the Golden Arches.