High School Work-Based Learning (WBL) Opportunity

This restaurant is locally owned and operated by an independent McDonald’s franchisee.

While we proudly serve the McDonald’s brand, our team members are employed directly by the franchisee, not McDonald’s USA.

That means all hiring, training, scheduling, and employment decisions are made at the restaurant level by our local leadership team. McDonald’s USA is not involved in the hiring process or employment decisions for this role.

Description:

Start building your future before you graduate.

If you’re a high school student enrolled in a Work-Based Learning (WBL) program, this is your chance to gain real-world experience, build confidence, and learn skills that will set you apart.

What This Is

This is more than a part-time job - it’s a hands-on learning experience.

At our locally owned McDonald’s, we partner with high school students to help them grow in a real work environment while supporting their school program requirements.

You’ll learn how to work as part of a team, communicate with guests, and build skills that carry with you far beyond high school.

What You’ll Learn

• Communication and customer service skills
• Teamwork and leadership fundamentals
• Time management and responsibility
• Basic business operations and organization
• Confidence in a fast-paced work environment

What You’ll Do

• Take customer orders and provide friendly service
• Prepare food and beverages with accuracy
• Work as part of a team during busy shifts
• Keep the restaurant clean and organized
• Learn different roles across the restaurant

What We’re Looking For

• Currently enrolled in a high school WBL program
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Reliable and able to follow a schedule
• Team-oriented and respectful
• Open to feedback and growth

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

We don’t just hire students - we develop them.

Many of our team members start here during high school and grow into leadership roles. This is a place where you can gain experience, earn money, and build a foundation for your future.

What You’ll Gain

• Flexible scheduling that works with school
• Real-world work experience
• Opportunities for advancement
• A supportive team environment
• Skills that will help you in any career path

What Happens After Graduation? (Your Future Starts Here)

This may be your first job - but it doesn’t have to be your last.

When you join our team, you’re stepping into a place that invests in your future well beyond high school.

Here’s what’s waiting for you:

• Paid time off and flexible scheduling
• Insurance options for eligible team members
• Free English and Spanish language programs
• College tuition assistance through Archways to Opportunity
• Up to 100% tuition covered through Colorado Technical University
• College credits earned through McDonald’s leadership courses
• Opportunities to grow into leadership roles within the company

Make Your Move

If you’re ready to take your first step into the working world and be part of a team that supports your growth - we’d love to meet you.

Requirements:

We believe in letting you do you. If you're looking for a part-time job that supports your full-time ambition, you've come to the right place. Crew member opportunities are available practically anytime: breakfast, lunch, late nights, weekends - whatever.

You'll find out that a McDonald's crew job can help you grow with top notch training as well as our Archways to Opportunity education programs that offer high school completion courses, upfront college tuition assistance and English Language courses. McDonald's can take you anywhere, and give you the benefits you need for your life while doing so.

So what does a member of our Crew Team get to do??

• Connect with customers to ensure they have a positive experience
• Help customers order their favorite McDonald's meals
• Prepare all of McDonald’s World Famous food
• Partner with other Crew and Managers to meet daily goals and have fun
• Keep the restaurant looking fantastic

All you'll need is an outstanding attitude, willingness to learn and grow and the capability to excel in a fast-paced, team environment, Reading, writing and basic math and verbal communication skills required and we'll teach you the rest. For job openings on your schedule - part time or full time - give us a try. You must be 15 years of age or older to work as a Crew Member at McDonald's.

Additional Info:

This job posting contains some information about what it is like to work in a McDonald’s restaurant, but it is not a complete job description. People who work in a McDonald’s restaurant perform a number of different tasks every day, and this posting does not list all of the essential functions of this job.

By applying to this position, I understand that I am applying to work at a restaurant that is owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not McDonald’s USA. I understand that this franchisee is a separate company and a separate employer from McDonald’s USA. Any information I provide in this application will be submitted only to the independent franchisee, who is the only company responsible for employment matters at this restaurant. I recognize that the independent franchisee alone will make all decisions concerning employment matters, including hiring, firing, discipline, supervision, staffing and scheduling. By applying for a job at a franchisee operated restaurant, I understand that the information I provide will be forwarded to the franchisee organization in order for that organization to reach out to me and process and evaluate my application. I acknowledge that McDonald’s USA will not receive a copy of my employment application and will have no involvement in any employment decisions regarding me, including whether I receive an interview or whether I am hired to work for the franchisee. I understand that I need to contact the franchise organization for information about its privacy practices.

Requsition ID: PDX_MC_D48B6A51-4D66-44C9-AE7A-2866A9B5B352_108872

McDonald's Corporation and McDonald's USA, LLC (the "Company") are committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee of the Company, including any corporate-owned restaurant, on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage or citizenship, disability, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information, or any other legally-recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done that will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing an undue hardship on the Company. Please contact recruiting.supportteam@us.mcd.com if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process or to request or discuss an accommodation in connection with a job at the Company or at a McDonald’s corporate-owned restaurant to which you are applying.

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