NATCHEZ — McDonald’s and Gary Small, it’s franchisee, are looking to hire more than 30 new crew and restaurant management positions at its Natchez/Vidalia restaurants on April 19.

This one-day event is part of a nationwide initiative for McDonald’s and its franchisees — the target, hire up to 50,000 new employees at restaurants across the country.

The new positions will include a combination of both seasonal and sustaining full-time and part-time positions based upon individual restaurant needs.

Those interested in applying for an available position are encouraged to visit their participating local McDonald’s or apply online at www.McState.com.

“Our business is strong and our customers are responding positively to the variety of choices on our menu and the value and convenience we provide,” said Small.

“As our business continues to grow, we want to provide our customers with an even better experience in all of our four local restaurants. And every employee plays a vital role in helping us fulfill that goal.”

McDonald’s USA, LLC, is the leading foodservice provider in the United States serving a variety of wholesome foods made from quality ingredients to more than 26 million customers every day.