Crew Trainer Review
at McDonald's
Level 3 Apprenticeship
Hospitality Management
Hastings, East Sussex
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
3.9 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
3.8/5
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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
working with crew and managers leaning manager responsibilities, working towards my transition to shift manager
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoy doing my programme, it has given me the opportunity to work as a trainee shift manager
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I learn new skills all the time, with the support of my managers and colleagues, learning new leadership skills.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I get 6 hours off the shop floor a week just for my apprenticeship work, meaning I have my own time to do my work.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
I receive support from my mentor and my salaried manager. I wish I had more support from the other managers.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive a lot of support from my training provider, she helps me if I am stuck or if I need extra assistance.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
This qualification will help me exceed as a shift leader.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
There is but I don't get involved.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend McDonald's to a friend?
Yes
Why?
It is a good job to help you build communication skills with the general public, also has a lot of opportunity to grow and develop.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to McDonald's?
If I was going to give anyone advice it would be to expect the unexpected, people think it is such an easy job, but it isn't. and also to have fun.
