Valuable experience but it can be greasy in the kitchen. - Crew Member McDonald's Employee Review

4.0
Jun 19, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

I enjoyed my time here as a teenager. Good opportunity to see the inner workings of one of the worlds most successful business. Very strong educational value in this as a teenager.

Cons

If you have to work on grills or fried products, prepare to be covered in grease.

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5.0
Jun 24, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Good pay for easy work

Cons

Not enough time to eat

2.0
Jun 18, 2026
Recommend
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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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