Dubbed "the best-known person in Northmead", this famous Australian worker with Down syndrome has decided to retired after 32 years.
Bringing smiles to customers' faces, O'Grady has worked at the fast-food store since 1986 and quickly became a popular employee at Northmead McDonald's in Sydney's West.
At 18 years old, he started at the restaurant on a work experience placement organised by Jobsupport, a government initiative that helps people with intellectual disabilities find paid employment.
![Russell O'Grady celebrating his 30 year milestone. Photo / Job Support Inc](https://www.nzherald.co.nz/resizer/v2/SHPRZ5DLCJABBE66IHD2VWCUZI.jpg?auth=feeab50a127546c12344ed2f79d730d63be812fac649386dff8ef75aff91b0ab&width=16&height=12&quality=70&smart=true)
McDonald's managers quickly recognised Russell's commitment to the job and over three decades he worked three days a week clearing trays, sweeping the floor and greeting customers.