Assistant Manager – Leadership & Progression Path Salaried

McDonald's; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain in Pudsey seeks a Second Assistant Manager to support operations and lead a diverse team. You will enhance customer satisfaction and drive performance against KPIs while developing team members. Ideal candidates will have over a year of management experience in a fast-paced setting and must be fully flexible. The role offers up to £32,000 plus bonuses and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Up to 6 weeks' paid holiday

Apprenticeship pathways

Meal allowance + employee discounts

Pension scheme

Fast-track career progression

Qualifications

• 1+ years in management in QSR role or fast-paced hospitality/retail.
• Full-Time availability required with flexibility across days and evenings.
• High level of integrity and commitment.

Responsibilities

• Support performance against KPIs (sales, profit, customer satisfaction).
• Lead and motivate a diverse team.
• Champion regular 1-2-1s and coaching sessions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Ability to develop others

Job description

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