Cashier/Barista applicants have rated the interview process at McDonald's with 2.1 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 68% positive. To compare, the company-average is 63.7% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Cashier/Barista roles take an average of 30 days to get hired, when considering 22 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 Cashier/Barista according to 22 Glassdoor interviews include:
One on one interview: 24%
Skills test: 18%
Background check: 12%
Phone interview: 12%
Personality test: 12%
Presentation: 12%
Group panel interview: 6%
Other: 6%
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I applied online. I interviewed at McDonald's (Melbourne) in Mar 2026
Interview
A bit about yourself, availability, how you respond to different situations, why you are a good fit and why. Generally very easy questions, I think they're just looking for someone who'll show up on time and get the job done.
Other Cashier/Barista Interview Reviews for McDonald's
I applied online. I interviewed at McDonald's (Houston, TX)
Interview
place was busy when coming in for interview but they showed up on time and were able to take care of the interview process in an efficient manner. Manager was professional
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is your availability like on the weekends and holidays?