Just getting the job shows a million red flags - Cashier McDonald's Employee Review

1.0
Aug 21, 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Was told a day and time for an interview. Showed up on time, then was immediately told I'd need to come back the next day because the hiring manager wasn't there. They didn't reach out to me at all beforehand, just let me waste my time that day. I come in the next day and get the job, but then they tell me I need to do my trialing at another location which I can't get to. I don't have a car. They won't let me train at the store and force me to go miles away to a location that costs me money to even get transportation to. Never ask about my availability and want to just schedule me whenever they want, even though certain days don't work which I made clear on my application. I see why most people leave before training is even done.

Cons

Unprofessional scheduling, don't pay attention to your availability, don't allow training at the actual location you'll be working at, force you to travel long distances even though they know you don't have transportation

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Good food and decent teammates

Cons

Bad pay and not great benefits

2.0
Jun 18, 2026
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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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