Company: McDonald-s
Date: 2013-02-11
Overall rating: 3/5
Employment status: current
Experience level: Junior

Manager candidates be aware...
Pros: McDonald's, overall, is a good company to work for.  If you're looking for a job that will enable you to get promoted quickly, then this might be a good fit for you.  Hard work, enthusiasm and talent ARE rewarded, and most of the managers are reasonable people just trying to get the job done.  The really good managers offer plenty of feedback and are always willing to answer questions.
Cons: The biggest downside is while promotions happen fairly quickly, the training isn't as thorough as it should be, you're often trained for one position, only to be told you'll be filling another.  I was being trained as a SHIFT MANAGER and passed my certification, and was informed that I would NOT be a certified shift manager, but a Floor Supervisor, a position that is technically management, but does not qualify one for benefits, bonuses, or paid vacations.  Be prepared to work long hours for little compensation, many weekends, and if the store you work for is open on holidays, be assured you'll most likely be working!