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School Leaver Degree Apprenticeship - England and Scotland

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London, England
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Position Overview & Specifications

McDonald’s is one of the most recognised brands in the world, and at the backbone of that brand is our commitment to a set of core values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community and Family. We live by our values every day and are committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace, providing quality jobs, and making opportunity open to all.

The Management Degree Apprenticeship lasts five years and gives you the opportunity to follow a structured training programme. It leads to valuable qualifications including a Level 3 Apprenticeship (Hospitality Supervisor), and the opportunity to gain a BA (hons) degree in Business Management and Retail from Manchester Metropolitan or Glasgow Caledonian University, and Chartered Manager status from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI).

You will find yourself doing a huge variety of things, from working in the kitchen, to front counter and drive-thru. As you progress, you will also learn to take management decisions, get involved in rotas and recruitment, and keep an eye on budgets.

From years 2-5 of the programme, you'll get the opportunity to spend 3-4 day residential blocks on campus at one of the

partnering universities, completing theoretical degree modules whilst following the McDonald's management curriculum alongside this. You will gain loads of practical experience and progress through different management roles – you’ll help make real business decisions and could even go on to manage your own restaurant.

Location:

The programme has nationwide coverage across England and Scotland.

Position Requirements:

The position is full time and includes shift work. To apply you’ll need to have:

MMU

  • 104–112 predicted or actual UCAS points (A level grades BCC – BBC) or equivalent alternative qualifications.
  • GCSE grade C or 4 in English and Maths. Level 2 Functional Skills English and Maths are also accepted.

GCU

  • Four SQA Highers at B Level or above (this could include a Foundation Apprenticeship)
  • Nat 5 Maths at C Level or above.

For both locations, you will need to have been a resident in the UK for 3 or more years (ETW must be provided)

Position Attributes:

We are looking for…

  • People comfortable with rolling up their sleeves and getting involved.
  • Quick learners that have providing a great customer experience and delivering high standards at the forefront of their minds.
  • The ability to maintain high energy levels whilst working efficiently.
  • Those that have an aptitude towards problem solving, decision making, motivating, leading and inspiring others.

Rewards & Benefits:

  • Progressive salary
  • Full tuition costs covered by McDonald’s
  • 2 qualifications and chartered manager status from the CMI
  • Access to all facilities at partnering universities, including state-of-the-art libraries, student support and career services.
  • A clear route for progression within McDonald’s – increased responsibility and rewards as you progress
  • Regular performance reviews and support to keep you on track and promote your development
  • Many other great benefits specific to your restaurant

Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process

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Application & Resume Screening

Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.

2

Technical & Competency Interviews

Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.

3

Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation

Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.

4

Onboarding & Corporate Integration

Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.

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Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for School Leaver Degree Apprenticeship - England and Scotland roles across McDonald's Limited's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:

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