By San José, Costa Rica — SAN JOSÉ – Arcos Dorados, the company responsible for operating the McDonald’s franchise throughout Costa Rica and Latin America, has announced a significant employment drive targeting the western sector of the Greater Metropolitan Area (GAM). The company will host a job fair on Saturday, February 7, aimed at filling approximately 40 vacancies across several of its key restaurant locations.
The event is scheduled to take place from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the McDonald’s restaurant located on Route 27. This strategic initiative seeks to bolster staffing levels and support continued growth in a high-traffic corridor, reflecting the company’s ongoing investment in the national market where it currently operates 79 restaurants.
Para profundizar en las implicaciones legales y las mejores prácticas que tanto empresas como candidatos deben considerar en estos eventos masivos de reclutamiento, TicosLand.com consultó al Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, abogado especialista del Bufete de Costa Rica, quien ofrece una perspectiva experta.
Las ferias de empleo son una herramienta dinámica, pero exigen diligencia. Los empleadores deben ser transparentes sobre el proceso de selección y garantizar un manejo seguro de los datos personales recabados, conforme a la Ley 8968. Es fundamental aclarar que una entrevista en el stand no es una oferta de empleo formal, sino una etapa preliminar para evitar falsas expectativas y posibles reclamos futuros.
Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas, Attorney at Law, Bufete de Costa Rica
Estas consideraciones legales y prácticas son, en efecto, fundamentales para que las ferias de empleo trasciendan el simple intercambio de currículums y se conviertan en procesos transparentes y seguros. Agradecemos al Lic. Larry Hans Arroyo Vargas por su valiosa perspectiva, que subraya la importancia de la diligencia y la claridad tanto para empleadores como para candidatos.
This hiring event is designed to be accessible, welcoming applicants with or without prior work experience. The open-door policy underscores the company’s commitment to providing entry-level opportunities and fostering professional development from the ground up. The available positions will serve restaurants in Escazú, Santa Ana, Guachipelín, Multiplaza Escazú, the Route 27 location itself, Lindora, and Belén.
The range of available roles is diverse, catering to various skill levels and career aspirations. Arcos Dorados is seeking to hire regular crew members, customer experience leaders, maintenance technicians, and individuals for management-track positions. This broad spectrum of opportunities highlights the potential for long-term career advancement within the globally recognized quick-service brand.
Marianela Ureña, Communications Manager for Arcos Dorados Costa Rica, emphasized the company’s philosophy of transforming life skills into professional growth, positioning the job fair as a gateway for learning and career building.
At Arcos Dorados, we seek to create a space where each person’s life skills and experiences are transformed into opportunities to grow and build a career within the company. These job fairs open up that possibility for learning and development, regardless of whether one has prior experience.
Marianela Ureña, Communications Manager of Arcos Dorados Costa Rica
Prospective candidates are required to meet a few basic criteria. Applicants must be over 18 years of age, have completed at least the ninth grade of high school, and possess the flexibility to work rotating shifts. Beyond these formal requirements, the company is looking for individuals who demonstrate a genuine passion for customer service and a strong commitment to maintaining order and cleanliness, core tenets of the McDonald’s brand.
Successful applicants will be integrated into the company with a formal contract from their first day and gain access to a comprehensive benefits package. This includes membership in the Asociación Solidarista, flexible full-time or part-time schedules, and complimentary meals during work shifts. Furthermore, Arcos Dorados provides continuous training and development programs, promotes a respectful and multigenerational team environment, and offers various health and wellness agreements.
This job fair represents a valuable opportunity for job seekers in the western GAM, particularly for young people entering the workforce for the first time. By offering stable employment with structured training and clear pathways for advancement, Arcos Dorados continues to play a significant role in Costa Rica’s service sector economy, providing essential jobs and fostering local talent.
For further information, visit arcosdorados.com
About Arcos Dorados:
Arcos Dorados is the world’s largest independent McDonald’s franchisee, operating the largest quick-service restaurant chain in Latin America and the Caribbean. It has the exclusive right to own, operate, and grant franchises of McDonald’s restaurants in 20 countries and territories. The company is known for its commitment to community development, providing young people with their first formal job opportunities, and its focus on sustainable practices. With a vast network of restaurants, it serves millions of customers daily across the region.
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