McHire is a recruiting tool designed to assist hiring managers in attracting and hiring talent more efficiently, aided by Olivia, an AI-powered recruiting assistant. The platform allows users to post and oversee job listings effortlessly, ensuring that the hiring process remains organized and streamlined. Olivia helps in capturing, screening, and engaging with candidates, making it easier for managers to manage the candidate pipeline from start to finish.
The application also offers automation features, such as scheduling interviews automatically based on the schedules of both candidates and hiring managers. Managers receive real-time notifications about candidate activities, keeping them informed of important updates throughout the recruiting process. Communication with candidates is simplified through the platform, allowing messaging via SMS or web, providing flexibility and responsiveness in candidate interactions.
In addition to candidate management, McHire facilitates offer extensions and simplifies the onboarding process with built-in features, helping companies quickly transition candidates from applicants to new hires. While the app itself is free to download, users need a subscription with Paradox, the company behind Olivia, to access the full range of features. This subscription model supports the continued development and maintenance of the platform.
Developed specifically for McDonald’s by the AI company Paradox, McHire emphasizes a future where AI supports recruiting by handling routine tasks, allowing human recruiters to focus on more strategic activities. Olivia, the core AI assistant, enhances the candidate experience by providing personalized interactions at scale and managing interview logistics. McHire is used across all corporate McDonald's locations and participating franchisees, aiming to improve recruitment outcomes while maintaining a human-centered approach to hiring.