I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at McDonald's (Lincoln, England) in Apr 2015
Interview
I came in 10 minutes early and told a worker that I was here for an interview. He notified the manager that I had arrived and I was told to take a seat in the store while I wait for him. I was sat for around 10 minutes until the manager came over to greet me. I shook his had immediately (always important to set a good first impression) and followed him to a closed off area. We sat down and the interview began. It was very casual, the manager was absolutely lovely and we had quite a bit in common. I made sure to tell him I was interested in progressing through the company, as they're looking for someone who'll stay with them for a while. I kept a smile on my face and tried my best to answer questions quickly. Be honest, but take initiative. If they ask you why you want to work here, don't flat out say you just want money. You want the experience working in a highly successful company, you want to help the company grow stronger, you'd find the fast paced environment beneficial for your own personal growth within the world of work.
The interview lasted about 15 minutes, and then he took me behind the counter for an OJE. I was placed with a team member and was asked to call the customers over to the till. Make sure you're loud, but polite. Ask them how they are today. Its embarrassing, as a lot of the customers just want to order their food and don't care for small talk, but its just standard procedure. The OJE lasted for about 10 minutes until I was called back by the manager and asked if I had any questions.
--> IT'S IMPORTANT TO ASK A QUESTION <--
It shows you're truly interested in working for them. I asked what kind of training opportunities they offer. Keep the questions relating to progression through the company.
He took my uniform sizes (which is always a good sign) and told me he'd get back to me by Wednesday, as he had another two days worth of interviews. Turns out, he cut the interviews short and got back to me the very next day.
like a conversation, easy questions, just be friendly and conversational and im sure you will do well. It is also very quick just be prepared with the basic interview questions.
I applied online. The process took 6 days. I interviewed at McDonald's (Parkwood, King, WA) in Jun 2025
Interview
Applied online, got an automated message a few days later to schedule an interview. The questions are pretty simple, just the regular "what experience do you have," "why do you want to work here," and "where do you see yourself in five years." I didn't get the job, but that's mostly because I am a 16 yo with zero experience, so I guess from that just make sure you're qualified or 18 if you don't have experience (job market's tough right now).
I applied in-person. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at McDonald's (Mississauga, ON) in May 2025
Interview
Two-stage interview, first with hiring manager, second with store manager. First interview was a series of questions (customer service related - how would you go about a difficult customer, etc). Once you get called for second interview, a few more questions but pretty easy overall.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is the most important quality for an employee to demonstrate towards customers? (something similar)
Part Time Crew Member applicants have rated the interview process at McDonald's with 2.3 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 75% positive. To compare, the company-average is 63.7% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Part Time Crew Member roles take an average of 13 days to get hired, when considering 4 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at McDonald's overall takes an average of 10 days.
Common stages of the interview process at McDonald's as a Part Time Crew Member according to 4 Glassdoor interviews include:
One on one interview: 50%
Skills test: 13%
Drug test: 13%
Presentation: 13%
Background check: 13%
Here are the most commonly searched roles for interview reports -