McDonald’s UAE has unveiled its 197th operating restaurant in the Emirates, located in Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai, operated entirely by an all-female workforce. The milestone launch was made even more memorable as the restaurant is also partially solar-powered, continuing McDonald’s UAE’s ongoing mission to have a greener future.
The all-female workforce is complemented by a partially solar-paneled power source and electric car charging ports. McDonald’s UAE has long cemented its commitment to offsetting its carbon footprint over the years, as evidenced by the BioDiesel program, running since 2011, converting used cooking oil into BioDiesel for McDonald’s trucks.
The new venue will serve up the nation’s favorite meals and McCafé offerings 24 hours a day through the seamless efforts of its female-led team – a concept that is the first of its kind for the brand in the UAE. Playing a growing role in prioritizing gender diversity within the QSR sector, the Umm Suqeim restaurant follows on from the launch of McDonald’s UAE Women Leadership Network in 2020. The WLN is dedicated to supporting in-house female team members.
Commenting on the launch, the CEO of McDonald’s UAE, Walid Fakih, said: Our people and our planet are at the heart of McDonald’s UAE operations, and the newest restaurant in Umm Suqeim brings innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity.
He added: We take immense pride in empowering women and providing equal opportunities in every aspect of the business. The new restaurant forms part of our commitment to uplift our female talent, showcasing their drive and enthusiasm while contributing to a greener planet.
The latest McDonald’s UAE venue, located in Umm Suqeim, Dubai, promotes another first, as the branch has also introduced curbside ordering, allowing customers to place orders digitally from designated parking spaces for increased convenience.
The restaurant is now open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for orders placed in person, at the Drive Thru, or using the McDonald’s UAE App.
