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      terrible - Cook McDonald's Employee Review

      1.0
      Aug 7, 2010
      Cook
      Recommend
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      Pros

      The Pay is extremely low and it is very difficult to get a raise. I worked there over 19 months and my first raise was only 50 cents an hour. The district managers are strict and do not really help and are basically invisble from the stores. They may visit the stores once a year. Cash Handling could be better.

      Cons

      If you work hard, you can advance possibly, store managers are usually great as mine was. Will work around family emergencies, do provide some incentives and benefits. Do provide commission for sales on counter. Giving good customer service opened to door to me getting my current job elsewhere. Relaxed dress code.

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      5.0
      Jun 2, 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Good for people starting a new roles generally

      Cons

      No particular cons for myside, as My manager was great

      2.0
      Jun 18, 2026
      General manager
      Recommend
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      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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