McDonald’s Franchisee Opportunity

Own and operate a McDonald’s restaurant, driving business growth and upholding brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations and financial performance
• Grow the business and make data-driven decisions
• Build and lead a diverse, high-performing team
• Deliver excellent customer service
• Engage with the local community

Requirements

• Experience in financial and business management (e.g., budgeting, profit & loss)
• Proven leadership in fast-paced, customer-facing environments
• Ability to create and execute business plans
• Experience hiring, training, and managing teams
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Engagement with community organizations is a plus
• Demonstrate the financial resources needed to successfully complete the Program and then acquire and operate an existing restaurant; while each situation is unique, we typically require at least $750,000 in non-borrowed, unencumbered personal funds (we do not allow partnerships or investors), which does not include at least $100,000 for working capital and a recommended $75,000 for relocation
• Relocation may be required

Core Competencies

• Strategic mindset
• Customer focus
• Team building and collaboration
• Decision quality
• Financial acumen
• Results-driven

Traits & Drivers

• Adaptability, humility, assertiveness
• Achievement-oriented, optimistic, persistent
• Empathy, affiliation, collaboration

Benefits

• Global Brand Recognition: Operate under one of the most recognized and trusted brands worldwide, with a strong reputation and customer loyalty
• Comprehensive Training & Support: McDonald’s provides an intensive, hands-on training program (6–12 months) and ongoing operational guidance, marketing, HR, and technology support
• Trusted Business Model: Access to McDonald’s established systems, processes, and best practices that have driven success for decades
• Marketing & Advertising Resources: Benefit from national and local advertising campaigns and co-op marketing initiatives to help drive customer traffic
• Community Engagement: Franchisees invest in their local communities, creating jobs and supporting neighborhood initiatives
• Innovation & Menu Development: Opportunity to contribute to product innovation—many iconic menu items were created by franchisees
• Networking & Leadership Opportunities: Join councils and associations (e.g., National Leadership Council, Women’s Operator Network) for collaboration and influence
• Long-Term Growth Potential: Opportunity to own multiple restaurants over time, helping create the potential wealth and legacy

These estimates relate solely to the purchase and operation of an existing restaurant. Establishing a brand-new restaurant would require a greater investment (see our Franchise Disclosure Document), as would the purchase of multiple restaurants and/or restaurant(s) in certain regions. Foreign-held funds will not be considered when determining if you possess the needed resources, and equity in your primary residence will only be considered after you meet the $750,000 minimum from other sources. Possession of the above-stated amounts does not guarantee that you will become a Franchisee or, if you do, that the restaurant(s) you purchase will be in your preferred location(s); some states may not have current openings. We reserve the right, in our sole discretion, to make exceptions to the applicant selection criteria listed above.