McDonald’s Looking to Add 3,000 Employees Across the Bluegrass State

KENTUCKY - (Sept. 2, 2022) – Local McDonald’s restaurants across Kentucky are looking to add to their ranks this Fall. The perfect part-time or full-time career awaits around 3,000 job seekers who choose to pursue a great opportunity under the Golden Arches.

Whether someone is retired and looking for a part-time job to earn some extra income, a busy mom looking for a position with the flexibility to work around family commitments, or a college student looking for a first-time job with the goal of gaining valuable work experience, McDonald’s has a position to meet any candidate’s needs. Careers at McDonald’s provide the foundation to help drive long-term success, whether that’s with McDonald’s or elsewhere.

“At McDonald’s, opportunities are endless,” said Abby Tamme, a third-generation Kentucky McDonald’s Owner/Operator. “Growing up with McDonald’s, I’ve seen firsthand the opportunities for growth within the organization. So many owner/operators and leaders at McDonald’s started as crew members and were able to grow and make a great career.”

Additionally, throughout the area, McDonald’s locations are offering several new benefits, including an exciting opportunity for gamers. Employees have the chance to join a McDonald’s Esports Crew League and compete for cash and bragging rights. These leagues, thanks to a unique partnership with professional esports organization Gen.G, allow McDonald’s Crew to join a gaming league where they compete against other Crew from around the country in some of their favorite video games like Super Smash Brothers, FIFA, or Rocket League.

“We all want to work at a place that supports and celebrates us and you get that at McDonald’s,” adds Emily Kasselmann, a McDonald’s franchisee who owns restaurants outside of Louisville. “McDonald’s has so much to offer, whether that’s great pay or a flexible schedule. But most importantly, it’s a fun and family-focused work environment that you don’t see anywhere else.”

Crew members can also earn a high school diploma, take ESL classes, get tuition assistance and receive free guidance from advisors through Archways to Opportunity at participating locations. For more than six years, Archways to Opportunity has provided support for McDonald’s diverse crew member community. More than 50 percent of workers enrolled in the program are individuals who identify as people of color and almost two-thirds of participants are women.

Job seekers can visit jobs.mchire.com to learn more and apply to a restaurant near them, or text ‘apply’ to 38000 to start an application via text.