Assistant Manager – Leadership & Progression Path - Salaried

Your leadership launchpad. Earn. Lead. Progress. Become a McDonald’s Assistant Manager. Role - Second Assistant Manager – McDonald’s Bramley (Leeds) Salary = £32,000 base + bonus We’re not just flipping burgers, we’re growing leaders. As an Assistant Manager at McDonald’s Bramley, you’ll run shifts, coach your crew, and make every day feel fast, fun, and full of purpose. What You’ll Be Doing As an Assistant Manager, you’ll be right at the heart of operations – coaching, motivating, and supporting shift managers and crew to deliver a top-tier customer experience every single day. You’ll lead with confidence, own key performance metrics, and help build a workplace culture that empowers others to thrive. Pay & Progression Second Assistant Manager £32,000 base + up to £7,200 KPI bonus First Assistant Manager £34,500 £9,300 + up to £9300 KPI bonus Progression between roles is based on performance, typically every 12–18 months. Next step? Business Manager. What You’ll Get Up to 6 weeks' paid holiday Apprenticeship pathways (Level 2 to Level 6 – incl. Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship) Meal allowance + employee discounts (top retail & online brands) Pension scheme Fast-track career progression A real chance to lead and shape a team Key Responsibilities - Business & Finance Support performance against KPIs (sales, profit, customer satisfaction) Use reports to drive action plans Help manage stock, labour costs, and rotas Understand and influence monthly P&L - People & Operations Lead and motivate a diverse team Deliver exceptional shift operations Coach and develop team members and shift managers Be hands-on during peak times - Training & Development Champion regular 1-2-1s and coaching sessions Lead from the front on training and values Grow confident, capable team leaders What We’re Looking For 1+ years in management in QSR role or fast-paced hospitality/retail Availability - Full-Time required and must be fully flexible across weekdays, weekends, early mornings, and late evenings Strong communication and leadership skills Passion for developing others A high level of integrity and commitment Alignment with McDonald's values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community, Family