Restaurant Cook About the Role Being a Cook at McDonald’s is both fast-paced and rewarding. This role is essential to keeping the kitchen running smoothly and ensuring every guest receives hot, fresh, and delicious food. Responsibilities include preparing meals, maintaining food safety standards, and working as part of a high-performing team during busy shifts. Why Join Us – Top Benefits • Paid Time Off for Eligible Employees • Free meal during shifts • 30% National Employee Discount at McDonald’s restaurants • Free Yearly Uniform Replacement • Tuition Assistance & Education support through Archways to Opportunity • Career Development & Advancement Opportunities (Crew Trainer and Shift Manager paths) • Access to PerkSpot discounts on travel, electronics, and more • Recognition Programs and Performance-Based Incentives Key Responsibilities + Prepare meals during breakfast, lunch, and dinner rushes + Follow recipes with precision and attention to detail + Operate grills, fryers, toasters, and other kitchen equipment + Ensure all utensils, cooking surfaces, and prep areas meet safety and sanitation standards + Work efficiently as part of a team to fulfill orders quickly and accurately + Package food properly for dine-in, takeout, or delivery + Read and follow order slips or verbal instructions + Stock, restock, and clean workstations regularly Preferred Skills & Qualifications + Ability to learn food portioning, sandwich assembly, and quality control + Knowledge or willingness to follow food safety and hygiene practices + Attention to detail in presentation and food preparation + Ability to grill, fry, and prepare various menu items + Dependable and punctual, with a strong work ethic Ready to Join the Team? McDonald’s is looking for motivated, dependable individuals who are ready to work hard, learn new skills, and be part of something great. If this sounds like a good fit, apply today and start building your future with us! 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_13F85AFD-9A82-4AB4-BBF8-04B05261EEBF_21703 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. McDonald's and its franchisees are taking proactive steps in response to the COVID-19 outbreak to ensure the safety in our restaurants across all communities. Our values of quality, service, and cleanliness continue to guide us. We're following direction from the CDC, state, and local governments and adhering to our deep cleaning procedures in every restaurant, every day. We also fully support employees who stay home from work if they are feeling sick. Read more about the ways we are prioritizing health at https://news.mcdonalds.com/news-releases/news-release-details/prioritizing-health-safety-and-community-mcdonalds-shares. McDonald's and its franchisees are always looking for top candidates and encourage you to apply online. If you have any questions, please first call the restaurant as this will help the restaurant comply with any social distancing guidelines or other compliance obligations. For corporate roles, please proceed to the online application, or if you already applied, contact supportteam@us.mcd.com. There may be a short delay in response time while we continue to monitor the impacts of COVID-19. We sincerely thank you for your continued trust in the Golden Arches.