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General Manager, Operations

McDonald's
Frankfort, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 10/4/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/1/2027

General Manager Position: Independent Franchise Opportunity

Employment Disclaimer

This job opening is for a position within a restaurant that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, and not by McDonald’s USA. While the franchisee has a license to utilize McDonald’s logos and food products in the operation of the restaurant, the franchisee is a separate legal entity and employer from McDonald’s USA. If selected for this position, the franchisee itself will serve as your employer, not McDonald’s USA. All employment matters at this restaurant—including hiring, termination, discipline, supervision, staffing, and scheduling—are exclusively managed by the franchisee. McDonald’s USA does not influence or control these employment decisions, nor will it receive your employment application or participate in the hiring process.

Position Overview: General Manager

The General Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the restaurant’s profitability and in upholding McDonald’s rigorous customer standards for Quality, Service, and Cleanliness. These standards are set high, making this a significant leadership position within the organization. The General Manager collaborates with his or her leader to establish the restaurant’s goals and is responsible for creating actionable plans to achieve them.

Leadership and Team Management

Achieving restaurant objectives is a team effort. The General Manager leads a group of Department Managers, each responsible for specific areas within the restaurant. The General Manager helps Department Managers set their individual goals, monitors progress, and provides coaching and guidance to improve departmental performance. Success in these areas contributes to the overall improvement of the restaurant.

Additionally, the General Manager may be tasked with hiring and developing Department and Shift Managers, ensuring the restaurant is staffed with a strong leadership team for future growth.

Candidate Requirements

Ideal applicants should have prior experience as a General Manager in high-volume establishments. Experience in quick service restaurants is highly preferred, and backgrounds in hospitality or retail are also valued. Candidates must be at least 18 years of age to hold a managerial role in our franchise-owned restaurants.

Compensation and Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, General Managers at McDonald’s franchised restaurants are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which includes:

· 10–20 days of paid vacation

· 401k plan with company match

· Educational opportunities through Archways to Opportunity (high school degree, college tuition assistance, and English as a second language classes)

· Eastern Kentucky University Scholarship Opportunities

· McDonald’s National Scholarship Opportunities

· Medical, dental, and vision insurance

· Short- and long-term disability coverage

· Life and accident insurance

· Uniform allowance

· Paid time off

· Free meals

· Employee discount program

· Monthly bonus opportunities

Application Acknowledgment

By submitting your application for this position, you acknowledge that you are applying to work at a restaurant operated by an independent franchisee, and not McDonald’s USA. You understand that the franchisee is solely responsible for all employment matters, and any information provided in your application will only be shared with the franchisee organization. All employment-related decisions, including interviews, hiring, discipline, supervision, staffing, and scheduling, are made exclusively by the franchisee. McDonald’s USA will not receive your application nor be involved in any employment decisions concerning your candidacy. For information on privacy practices, please contact the franchise organization directly.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Paid training
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000

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