NJ Department Manager

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This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald’s USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald’s logos and food products, for example, when running the restaurant. However, this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald’s USA. If you are hired for the job described in this posting, the franchisee will be your employer, not McDonald’s USA.

Only the franchisee is responsible for employment matters at the restaurant, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervisions, staffing, and scheduling employees. McDonald’s USA has no control over employment matters at the restaurant. McDonald’s USA will not receive a copy of your employment application and it will have no involvement in any employment decisions, including whether you receive an interview for the job or whether you are hired.

Pay Rate: $19.00

Flexible scheduling with a side of always feeling valued. McDonald’s offers a job combo that will fit YOU.

• Competitive pay starting at $15.13/year plus cash incentives
• Flexible scheduling
• Paid sick leave and/or paid time away
• Tuition reimbursement and/or educational assistance
• Training and advancement opportunities
• Employee discounts and free meals
• And much more!
• Available to full-time employees in select locations

• Lead important internal functions including Employee Training, Food Safety, and Inventory Management
• Effectively delegate tasks to team members and report back results
• Support the General Manager to achieve restaurant performance and quality standards in three areas:
  Kitchen, People, and Service
• Kitchen – supervise food quality, safety, cost, and new menu items
• People – hire, train, and schedule restaurant staff to meet sales and profit goals
• Service – deliver a memorable guest experience by ensuring all staff is trained and organizing key service areas within the restaurant to provide the best service
• Partner with restaurant team to ensure safe and efficient operations

• A commitment to excellence and safety in the workplace
• Strong customer service and support focus
• The ability to communicate effectively and anticipate customer needs
• Provide solutions and make decisions in a fast‑paced environment

Managers lead shifts every week, ensuring a fast, accurate, friendly experience for customers. Department managers additionally oversee dedicated systems such as Training, Food Safety, and Inventory Management, set goals, delegate tasks, follow up, and report results. Specific responsibilities differ by department (Guest Service, Kitchen, People) and include training, team organization, quality control, scheduling, and promotional execution.

Previous managerial experience is preferred, ideally within a restaurant, retail, or hospitality environment. Candidates must be 18 years or older.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, marital status, veteran status, physical or mental disability status, genetic information, citizenship, or any other class characteristic protected by federal or applicable state law. We will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact the restaurant you are applying to request accommodations.