Certified Department Manager

Department Manager 

Ruiz McDonald’s 

This is a job for a candidate with experience as a McDonald's manager with experience in one of the 3 restaurant departments: Guest, People or Kitchen. If you are not already at least a Certified Swing Manager for McDonald's, please consider applying for the Shift Leader positions instead.

Pay & Benefits 

• Competitive pay up to $22/hr based on experience
• 1 week PTO 
• 401k option 
• Medical, Dental and other insurance options 
• Employee discounts and free meals 
• Tuition reimbursement or free tuition to Colorado Technical University (online) 
• Training and advancement opportunities 
• Bi-weekly pay via direct deposit or paycard 

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 Departments in a McDonald’s Store: 

1. The Guest Service Department Manager’s responsibilities may 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 McCafé and Drive-Thru areas are organized for the best service. 
2. The Kitchen Department Manager’s responsibilities may 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. 
3. The People Department Manager’s responsibilities may 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. 

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