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McDonald's

Shift manager Review

at McDonald's

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Hospitality Management

Walker Rd, Portsmouth PO2 8PQ, UK

Review Submitted: May 2023

Overall Rating

3.8 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

4/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3.4/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
I run shifts and manage the store, my role to to position crew and supervise as they work to deliver food to customers, and I handle any issues and complaints
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy it very much, as it’s giving me the opportunity to learn moles skills.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
Developed my leadership skills and developed my multitasking skills.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
2/5
Not that well, as I had a repeated issue of my life coach not completing my welcome meeting fully, so that now I’m technically behind on my hours.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
A lot, they fully support the scheme.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
1/5
Little, I’ve had very little check ins with my coach
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
Very, as it teaches me new skills to help me do my job.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Yes, we hold crew event’s regularly.

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend McDonald's to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a fantastic place to work, with good pay and a very supportive environment.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to McDonald's?
Be open to new opportunities and don’t believe stereotypes about the job.
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