Working at McDonald's - Anonymous employee McDonald's Employee Review

3.0
Nov 6, 2010
Anonymous employee
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Pros

They're really good at working with you about your schedule and when you're available. While there will be crabby customers, a lot of customers are regulars and you really get to know them.

Cons

It takes a while to prove yourself and get a lot of hours. They really will hire anybody, so there are some people working there that probably aren't cut out for fast food. It can definitely make everyone else's job harder. My store (which is a franchise) does not have direct deposit.

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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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