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McDonald's

People Manager Review

at McDonald's

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Human Resources

Norwich

Review Submitted: March 2025

Overall Rating

4.8 /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!

4.5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
4.8/5 - 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
Generalist HR manager looking after all parts of the employee life cycle for 1300 employees across 14 restaurants
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
Very enjoyable, split into good learning chunks

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I’ve gained a better understanding of HR legislation

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
Great to follow with planned deadlines and progress monitors
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Good support as and when needed
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
Could have received more check ins but coach was very good at answering course queries when I raised them
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Better understand of general HR role, allowing improved day to day productivity
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
None

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend McDonald's to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great to do an apprenticeship alongside current working hours for same pay. Good in house support
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to McDonald's?
Always focus on what you want to achieve
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