District Manager

About the role

This role is the key link between the Director of Operations and the General Managers, by providing leadership, coaching, and operational support to a designated group of McDonald's restaurants.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coach General Managers and restaurant management teams.
• Build bench strength and succession plans for all key positions.
• Foster a culture of accountability, recognition, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular restaurant visits, performance reviews, and development discussions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and people practices.
• Promote a positive culture focused on engagement, accountability, and recognition.
• Ensure execution of McDonald's standards for Quality, Service & Cleanliness.
• Maintain and monitor restaurant performance and implement action plans to drive results.
• Identify operational opportunities and implement action plans to improve performance.
• Champion food safety, customer experience, and operational consistency.
• Analyze restaurant financial results and key performance indicators.
• Develop strategies to maximize sales, profitability, and guest counts.
• Manage labor, controllable costs, and restaurant profitability by partnering with General Managers to achieve targets.
• Hold General Managers accountable for achieving operational and financial goals.
• Partner with senior leadership to execute business initiatives, growth strategies, and vision planning.
• Lead change effectively and drive organizational priorities.
• Promote a culture built on respect, teamwork, and continuous development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of multi-unit restaurant leadership experience.
• A genuine passion for People and Culture.
• Availability that also meets the needs of the business (will include some nights and weekends).
• Ability to read and understand a Profit & Loss statement.
• Proven ability to lead through others and develop high-performing teams.
• A strong understanding of restaurant operations, financial management, and people development.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and travel between restaurant locations.
• McDonald's experience preferred; exceptional multi-unit leaders from other brands will be considered.

Benefits

• Starting salary $80,000 - $90,000 a year.
• Generous bonus plan tied to profitability.
• 3 weeks PTO.
• Monthly car and phone allowance.
• 100% medical coverage.