Restaurant Manager

Job Summary

As a Restaurant Manager within our McDonald’s franchise organisation, you’ll lead one of our high-performing restaurants to achieve excellence in Quality, Service, and Cleanliness (QSC).

This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for driving sales, profitability, people development, and operational excellence — ensuring every guest enjoys a world-class McDonald’s experience.

Location: Northern Suburbs

You’ll be the key driver of results, culture, and performance in your restaurant, leading by example and fostering an environment where people and systems thrive together.

About Us

Ardeen Pty Ltd is a South Australian owned and operated McDonald’s franchise organisation with multiple restaurants across the Adelaide region.

We are a stable and growth-driven business built on McDonald’s global reputation for excellence, combined with the local values of teamwork, integrity, and community.

We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we invest heavily in leadership, development, and training to help every team member reach their potential.

Key Responsibilities

People & Leadership

• Lead and inspire your management and crew teams to deliver operational and service excellence.

• Recruit, coach, and develop future leaders, ensuring strong succession planning for long-term success.

• Conduct six-monthly performance reviews, ongoing coaching, and regular manager meetings.

• Create effective management and crew schedules in line with business needs and rostering principles.

• Promote a positive, inclusive culture that reflects McDonald’s core values of Service, Integrity, Inclusion, Family, and Community.

Operational Excellence (QSC & Food Safety)

• Ensure restaurant compliance with McDonald’s operational, food safety, and cleanliness standards.

• Use operational evaluation tools to identify performance opportunities and implement action plans.

• Champion daily and monthly food safety checklists and coach your team on best practices.

• Maintain a consistent guest experience that exceeds expectations on every shift.

Sales & Business Growth

• Develop and execute a restaurant business plan focused on sales growth, profitability, and guest experience.

• Analyse local market trends and lead community engagement initiatives to strengthen brand presence.

• Implement new McDonald’s programs, technology, and promotional campaigns effectively and on time.

• Build strong local partnerships and promote community involvement.

Financial Management

• Drive restaurant profitability through effective cost control, labour planning, and P&L analysis.

• Conduct regular reviews with department managers to track performance and progress.

• Identify financial trends and develop strategic responses to maximise results.

Safety & Compliance

• Maintain a safe working environment for all employees and guests.

• Investigate incidents promptly and implement corrective actions.

• Ensure compliance with all Fast Food Industry Award 2020 and company standards.

Training & Development Requirements

To be appointed as a Restaurant Manager, candidates must have completed all McDonald’s core and advanced leadership courses, including:

• Welcome to Macca’s

• Restaurant Basic Induction Training

• Leading the Shift

• First Aid

• Fire Training

• Advancing Your Leadership

• Developing the Leader in Me

• Customer Experience Course

• People Performance Course

• Product Quality Course

• Leading Great Restaurants (LGR)

Candidates who have completed all McDonald’s leadership courses, up to and including LGR, will be considered favourably for this position.

About You

You are a confident and motivated leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. You balance business acumen with people-first leadership and are passionate about achieving excellence.

You will bring:

• Experience as a McDonald’s Restaurant Manager or equivalent in the QSR industry

• Completion of all McDonald’s leadership courses up to and including Leading Great Restaurants (LGR)

• Strong financial management and business planning skills

• Proven ability to coach, mentor, and lead diverse teams

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• A commitment to continuous improvement and guest satisfaction

Why Join Us?

• Competitive base salary starting from $86,000 + performance bonuses

• Structured career pathway and leadership development within a multi-site franchise organisation

• Supportive and forward-thinking leadership team that values growth and accountability

• Be part of a stable, respected South Australian business representing a globally iconic brand

How to Apply

If you’re ready to lead your own McDonald’s restaurant and make a real impact within a supportive franchise organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

A more detailed job description can be provided on request.

All enquiries will be treated in strict confidence.

Please apply via SEEK.