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McDonald's

Shift manager Review

at McDonald's

Higher Level Apprenticeship

Preston

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

4.5 /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
5/5 - Skills Development
4.4/5 - 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 the shift meaning the customer get a great experience with fast and friendly connections with the staff and gets there food with speed but also quality
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy doing something new and learning new things and how to change my leading style

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learnt to be a lot more patient with everyone including my self and learning that mistakes aren’t bad there just a learning curve if you take it the correct way

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
It is very well organised with each day I’ll have an activity to do and at the end nd of the month I’ll have a little test on everything I’ve learnt
How much support do you receive from your employer?
2/5
I get a bit I get 4 hours a month but I usually just do it at home so I don’t fall behind
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Yeah we have meetings every few months and if I have any questions she’s always really helpful
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I feel like I’ve learnt how to talk and hand situations better and how I can change my leadership depending on the circumstances
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
No but I have just started up a 5 a side with some work colleagues on a Monday night

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend McDonald's to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Beacuse it’s extremely flexible and it fin
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to McDonald's?
No
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