Not a fan - Anonymous employee McDonald's Employee Review

2.0
24 Jan 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

The pay is average for an entry-level customer service/fast-food job. The location that I work at is on a bus route, so it's easy to access (that varies by location, I know). Coworkers are great. Free food.

Cons

Management can be downright cruel sometimes and they definitely are not respectful toward their employees. If you do something wrong, they'll be glad to tell you about it - sometimes loudly in front of the customers - but you'll rarely be praised for great work. This was the way my store's management acted toward all its employees, not only me. The customers can also be annoying sometimes, and treat you horribly, but that's something you just have to live with and expect I guess in an environment like this.

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Pros

Experience varies heavily depending on the owner/operator you work for. Free and discounted food. 2 weeks PTO. Vision, Dental and Health insurance. Offers rapid development opportunities.

Cons

Work-life balance is nonexistent. In fact, the director of operations has stated numerous times, “Work life balance is a myth”. The company states you are required to work 45 hrs/week minimum; Realistically, GM’s can expect to work 55-60 hours in store with constant calls and messages when home. The company does not count any work done outside of the restaurant toward your 45hr requirement. There is no training for this position as you are expected to figure it out on the job. They offer $2000 per month performance bonus but are always finding new ways to disqualify you and move the goalposts when you actually earn it.

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