The Complete Guide to McDonald‘s Dress Code in 2024
McDonald‘s recently updated its dress code and grooming standards for 2024. If you‘re a crew member or manager, here are the latest guidelines on uniforms, jewelry, hair, tattoos, and other appearance rules when working at McDonald‘s.
McDonald‘s Uniform Pieces
McDonald‘s provides the following uniform pieces:
- Shirts: Gray short or long sleeve polo shirt with McDonald‘s logo on the front left chest. Different styles are available including moisture-wicking or mesh shirts.
- Pants: You provide your own solid black pants – see the do‘s and don‘ts below.
- Hats: A gray baseball cap style visor with McDonald‘s logo on the front. Beanie style hats are also sometimes provided in cold weather locations.
- Apron: Full length gray apron with large McDonald‘s logo across the top front. Waist apron also optional.
- Name tag: First name and "Crew" in black letters on a white background. Wear on your left chest. You can add small appropriate pins.
| Uniform Piece | Provided by McDonald‘s |
|---|---|
| Shirts | Yes |
| Pants | No |
| Hats | Yes |
| Apron | Yes |
| Name tag | Yes |
Managers get a special uniform with a white dress shirt, red tie, and name badge.
Acceptable Pants for Work
You must provide your own solid black pants to wear at McDonald‘s. Here are the acceptable options:
- Black dress slacks or trousers
- Black denim jeans (no fading or distressing)
- Black leggings under a knee length skirt or dress
- Plain black Dickies-style work pants (no cargo pockets)
Unacceptable pants include:
- Blue, gray, or colored jeans
- Leggings/yoga pants as bottoms
- Athletic pants or sweatpants
- Patterned pants (camo, plaid, etc)
- Ripped, torn, or frayed pants
Make sure your pants are an appropriate length and fit. Avoid overly tight or baggy pants.
Jewelry and Accessories
Small accessories like watches, earrings, and rings are permitted if they don‘t pose safety risks. Here are the guidelines:
- Stud or small hoop earrings no larger than 1/2 inch diameter
- Wedding rings and bands with small stones ok
- Smart watches allowed but no bracelets or large cuff watches
- Necklaces must be worn tucked inside shirt
- Facial piercings including nose rings prohibited (small clear spacers ok)
Take off dangling jewelry, rings, or watches with grab-able parts before your shift to prevent injuries.
Hair and Grooming Standards
McDonald‘s employees must keep hair and facial hair neat and tidy. Here are the hair rules:
- Hair longer than collar length must be tied back
- Unnatural colors like blue or green not permitted
- Simple braids, buns, ponytails acceptable
- Hair nets/beard nets must be worn if required by health regulations
- Subtle highlights ok but avoid extreme bleaching/dyeing
Other grooming requirements:
- Facial hair neatly trimmed to less than 1/2 inch length
- Clean and trimmed fingernails (no chipped polish)
- Light perfumes and colognes ok
- Visible tattoos must be covered
Head coverings are allowed for religious purposes if close-fitting and plain black or navy blue.
Making Exceptions to the Dress Code
Reasonable exceptions are made to the dress code if required for medical conditions or religious beliefs. For example:
- A bandage or brace may be worn if medically needed
- Hijabs in any color are permitted
- Beards over 1/2 inch may be approved if for religious reasons
Speak to your manager about any situation requiring an exception or accommodation. Most requests are approved as long as there are no safety concerns.
By following McDonald‘s grooming standards, you‘ll create a consistent experience for customers at all locations. Taking a professional, neat, and tidy approach to your appearance lets you proudly represent the McDonald‘s brand.
