An important part of my career development - Anonymous employee McDonald's Employee Review

4.0
14 Mar 2011
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

It is one of the best places to work in terms of fast food industry. The standards and regulations used provide a safe and reputable work environment. And even cheaper food of course

Cons

The pay is minimal, I guess you cant be a massive corporation without managing your money on a tight budget.

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Cons

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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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