• McDonald’s for Youth’ community program aims to benefit 2000 underprivileged youth with employment prospects across North and East India by 2025.
• McDonald’s North and East India employs nearly 6,000 people, investing significantly in training and development initiatives.

Lucknow, 5^th February 2024: In its unwavering dedication to empower local communities and drive social change, McDonald’s– North and East India has made a commendable move to uplift youth including youth from under-privileged background in Uttar Pradesh through its prominent community program, “McDonald’s for Youth.” As part of this initiative, McDonald’s welcomes NGOs in the state, to collaborate and help connect with potential beneficiaries in local communities.

Through this community campaign, McDonald’s India – N&E aims to create a ripple effect by leading positive change and serving brighter futures. This visionary endeavor addresses one of the most pressing issues faced by today’s youth: equal opportunities and better career prospects.

“McDonald’s for Youth is a campaign dedicated to providing gainful employment including youth from less privileged communities. We aim to meet 50% of our entry-level requirements through this program. We keep working towards continuously enhancing their knowledge skill and abilities   through McDonald’s world-famous high-quality training programs so that they keep growing in their professional career. More than just filling positions, this program is about community engagement and breaking down barriers to growth, fostering economic development, and empowering youth to succeed in professional and personal life. With 800 recruits so far, we are inviting local NGOs in Uttar Pradesh—Lucknow, Ghaziabad, Noida, Meerut, Kanpur, and Agra—to accelerate recruitment for the programme.”

Rajeev Ranjan, Managing Director, McDonald’s India – North and East

McDonald’s India – North and East has collaborated with NGOs such as Magic Bus Foundation, Save the Children, Light House Community Foundation, Udayan Care, SEWA Bharat, Trrain, Saksham, Tarraqi, SPID, Lend- a- Hand, Quess Corp Ltd., etc. on a national level for hiring process.

In Uttar Pradesh, McDonald’s India – North and East is currently working with Magic Bus Foundation and Yuva Parivartan. The company currently has 41 restaurants in Uttar Pradesh and is considering hiring employees through NGOs for these locations.

By collaborating with NGOs and leading the way in creating opportunities for under-privileged individuals, McDonald’s India – North and East hopes to be a catalyst for change while helping to shape a brighter future for India.

In an effort to address youth unemployment and create pathways to employment, McDonald’s – North and East India is reaching out to NGOs in Uttar Pradesh that share a common vision. If you’re running an NGO and interested in participating in this drive, kindly reach out to us at hiring.ngo@del.in.mcd.com

About McDonald’s India – North and East: 

Connaught Plaza Restaurants Pvt. Ltd. is the company that runs McDonald’s restaurants in the north and east of India. In order to provide its customers in India with the best possible dining experience, McDonald’s offers a selection of menu items that are all produced using high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. McDonald’s employs more than 6,000 employees directly and feeds millions of customers annually at its 197 outlets throughout North and East India. McDonald’s operates through a range of formats and brand extensions, including freestanding restaurants, drive-thrus, restaurants open round-the-clock, and McDelivery, for the convenience and experience of its customers.

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