What is the minimum age requirement to work at McDonald‘s?

To work at McDonald‘s, employees must meet age requirements: 14 years old for general positions, 16 years old for cashier roles, and 18 years old with a high school diploma for shift manager positions. Those under 18 have limited job options and are typically not allowed to handle money or supervise other employees. For example, a 14-year-old employee may work as an assistant to the kitchen or counter crew, or as cleaning staff.