I applied online. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at McDonald's (Temecula, CA) in Sep 2016
Interview
I was told to wait (since the managers were currently in the middle of another interview) until my turn. I was then sat down with the two store managers. I handed them my resume and they asked me typical interview questions and got to know me better. I try to keep a friendly yet professional vibe by keeping my answers light heart and to the point (lots of laughing, smiling, and thorough explanations). The manager apparently loved my laugh and they walked towards the back after everything, talked a bit, (my friend was with me and overheard them say positive things about me), came back around and hired me on the spot.
I applied in-person. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at McDonald's (Palmyra, PA) in Aug 2013
Interview
I verified with the manager that I had a ride to work, and that I could work early hours. He helped me understand what the pay rate would be, and told me about the meal discount.
I applied online. I interviewed at McDonald's (Natchez, MS) in Jul 2013
Interview
She was very nice and friendly, introduced herself, went over a couple and some paper work. Asked if I had ever worked at a fast food place before and I simply responded no