Good but not great - Crew Member McDonald's Employee Review

3.0
26 Jul 2013
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Free meals, good first job for a school leaver, worldwide business phenomenon, friendly manager, made some good friends with my colleagues and career progression is great. Make sure you read the McDonald's values and vision.

Cons

Rude customers, unhealthy food and smell of oil is unpleasant. Be prepared to work longer than needed when the manager calls otherwise you will get a bad mark and the colleagues will want to see you contribute as well. Do not take but give back.

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5.0
1 Jul 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Remote employment. Role has always been remote/field-based. No threat of RTO looming.

Cons

It's a massive company with shareholders. Restructuring and massive priority shifts are inevitable.

2.0
18 Jun 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

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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