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Department Manager

Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site

$19.50 - $22/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$19.50 - $21.75/hr

Managers lead the team on their shifts, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may ...

Department Manager

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$18 - $20.25/hr

Managers lead the team on their shifts, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may ...

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Ocala, FL · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

High School Degree Program Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers ...

Department Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$20.25 - $22.75/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Farmersville, TX · On-site

$18.25 - $20.50/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Murphy, TX · On-site

$19.50 - $22/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Rockwall, TX · On-site

$19 - $21.50/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Fate, TX · On-site

$19 - $21.25/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Rockwall, TX · On-site

$19 - $21.50/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Quinlan, TX · On-site

$19 - $21.25/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Princeton, TX · On-site

$18 - $20.25/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Springfield, MO · On-site

$18.75 - $21/hr

Lead the experience: Handle and oversee crew schedules * Inspire and Empower: Provide encouraging ... But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include managing ...

Department Manager

Norfolk, VA · On-site

$2.5K - $3.0K/wk

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Ozark, MO · On-site

$18.25 - $20.50/hr

Lead the experience: Handle and oversee crew schedules * Inspire and Empower: Provide encouraging ... But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include managing ...

Department Manager

Virginia Beach, VA · On-site

$2.5K - $3.0K/wk

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

Department Manager

Wytheville, VA · On-site

$20 - $22.50/hr

Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include ...

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A lead department manager oversees daily operations within a specific department, manages staff, ensures customer satisfaction, and meets sales or performance goals. They coordinate team activities, implement policies, and often use management tools to optimize efficiency and productivity.

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Department Manager

Fort Lauderdale, FL • On-site

McDonald's
Food Services and Drinking Places • 10K+ employees

$19.50 - $22/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago


McDonald's rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 11,200 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

WORK TODAY, GET PAID TOMORROW!
PLUS PREMIUM PAY FOR THOSE THAT CAN WORK ANY TIME BETWEEN 11PM-6AM.
McDonald's Works for Me.
I'm going places. I want a satisfying career with good benefits and great opportunities for advancement. I have a lot to offer and I want to grow.
The Job for Me - Get a job that inspires your best and moves you forward. Choose your hours. Pursue your education. Build your skills and be yourself.
The Team for Me - Our people want to say YES - to working with energy and purpose, finding new talent, providing coaching and direction, honing their leadership skills, and helping to run a business that serves up delicious food and feel-good moments. Does this sound like you? You'll fit right in.
The Company for Me - From here, you can go further than you thought possible. Reach your goals and build your future with college tuition assistance, valuable job training, and retirement benefits.
Let's talk. Make your move.
Requirements:
Managers lead shifts every week, making sure customers get a fast, accurate, friendly experience every visit. But some managers also lead Departments. These managers' responsibilities may include managing assigned Systems, like Training, Food Safety, and Inventory Management, setting goals, delegating tasks to their teams, following up, and reporting results back to their team and other managers.
The Guest Service Department Manager's responsibilities include making sure Crew and Managers deliver a great customer experience, that sales promotions are done well, that all service staff are trained in service procedures, and that the Front Counter McCafe and Drive-Thru areas are organized for the best service.
The Kitchen Department Manager's responsibilities include making sure the restaurant delivers great quality food to customers, and fast, that food is always safe, that food cost is controlled, and that all kitchen staff are trained in production procedures, including new items that are added to the menu.
The People Department Manager's responsibilities include making sure the restaurant hires qualified crew, trains them well, and schedules them to meet restaurant sales and profit goals. This manager's responsibilities may also include making sure Crew get off to a good start at the restaurant and that they are recognized and motivated throughout their time working there.
Previous managerial experience is preferred, ideally within a restaurant, retail or hospitality environment. We're looking for positive team players with flexible schedules who like to have fun, with the passion to work the famously fast paced McDonald's environment. You must be 18 years or older to be a manager in our corporate owned and operated restaurants.
Additional Info:
A Department Manager at this McDonald's franchised store is eligible for incredible benefits including:
• Paid Time Off
• Next Day Pay
  • 401K

• Education through Archways to Opportunity including opportunities to earn a High School degree, college tuition assistance and English classes as a second language
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Short- and Long-Term Disability, life and accident insurance
• Service awards
• Employee Resource Connection

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What began as a small drive-in restaurant in San Bernardino, California and has grown into an American icon that proudly serves 63 million customers every day around the globe. While much has changed over the last six decades, Ray Kroc's original commitment to Quality, Service, Cleanliness and Value has endured and made McDonald's a trusted favorite for over 65 years.

Industry

Food services and drinking places and restaurants

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US