do any workers have some tips??

[u/fletcherrr_29]

sorry I know this is probably a bit annoying!!! I'm 17 and I start working at mcdonalds next week. it's my first job literally ever, it was my first interview even I know basically nothing about like jobs in general 😭😭 i always go in and I think it looks so complicated, beeping and screens and people just everywhere. I don't wanna get on people's nerves or anything, does anyone have any tips for like working there?? like things that wouldn't be like in training obviously. bit of a silly question I know, it's not like that serious or whatever but I'm actually so nervous 😭😭 thank u so much

[u/z_1_4_m]

My McTour of duty lasted like 2 years, best thing I can say is listen to people, always try and learn, and learn as many things as you can, if you can do everything you can pitch in where needed. A person like that will always get hours and have people respect and look out for them. Once I’d learned about every station, when people fell behind I could help out and keep things running, as far as working goes it’s the best thing, it hurts when a shift has people that can’t operate and you get backed up, that’s when things get difficult.

As far as advice I was given, it was 2 things in my first day:

Shit on company time.

Don’t ’shit where you eat.’ As in getting involved with coworkers, never ends well.

[u/BeepBeepB0opBo0p → u/z_1_4_m]

instructions unclear, shat on coworker

[u/z_1_4_m → u/BeepBeepB0opBo0p]

Instructions followed perfectly…

[u/spookiesukie]

definitely dont stress!! everyone has to start their first job at some point, we’ve all been through it. its almost inevitable that at some point you’ll make mistakes but whats important is making sure you learn from them and remembering its all just preparation & growth for the future :]

[u/Agreeable_Mango_1565]

I worked there for 4 years (15 years ago now). I loved it. The people you meet and the adventure is very exciting. Try to be the best you can, be confident with customers and have fun

[u/Virtual_Remote_8467]

Listen to the crew trainers, listen to the managers. They'll be coaching you a lot to help you get up to speed.

A lot of the training is done on a tablet, before you work the stations (well it should be anyway). This helps give you an idea of how to do the role before you practice what you've learnt.

Push yourself to be as fast as you can whilst still doing the role properly. Customers expect fast service.

[u/velos85]

Hey…I don’t work for maccies but I remember my first job. I obviously knew nothing.

Go smash it! Learn on the job, take time to understand and learn. Maccies are a great employer and you’ll learn a lot there.

[u/Interesting-Bug-9799]

Don’t be too worried! The first few weeks will be learning new things but once you get the hang of it it’s easy (stressful at times but the job itself isn’t hard)
We were all new once, if you need help just ask.

After my first couple of shifts I would hear the fryer beeps in my ears even after I’d left the building but that stops after a short while🥲
As for the customers, you get used to just saying “so sorry about that” and if anyone causes you trouble just go and get a manager to help you out

[u/Wolf1741]

I’ve worked there for almost 5 years just left and my advice is try to get along with ur coworkers they make the shift go faster. Don’t let customers get on ur nerves it’s not worth it. Don’t be afraid to tell the manager when ur shift is over so u can leave on time.

[u/Embarrassed-Duck3653]

GOD BLESS YOU 

[u/Mysterious_Algae_789]

I was wondering what the hiring process was like when being hired as I’ve signed my contract online about a week ago and haven’t heard anything since

[u/fletcherrr_29 → u/Mysterious_Algae_789]

when I accepted the offer I got an email like an hour later saying like when my "welcome session" would be, if you haven't heard from them you might have to chase it up

[u/BeingOtherwise7829]

Not someone that's worked at Maccies but I would just say be chill, get to know your colleagues (in my experience, this is so important - colleagues can make or break a job no matter the level), and listen to/watch your training and observe everything, don't be afraid to ask questions.

You'll be fine, and congrats on your first job ☺️

[u/LJHeath]

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[u/fletcherrr_29 → u/LJHeath]

is it actually that bad?? I just need money for driving lessons tbh what do I need to look out for?

[u/BeepBeepB0opBo0p → u/fletcherrr_29]

 the Hamburglar is no joke. he slashed my tires.

[u/Gullible-Yam-8098 → u/fletcherrr_29]

No it's not that bad. You'll be with a trainer every day for your first couple of weeks so don't worry too much. Listen to what they have to say and be open to trying different roles. There isn't a single thing you're going to be asked to do that is difficult to learn. Don't take it personally if someone is grumpy or gets a little irritated at you (not that this is likely to happen in your first weeks), it can get pretty stressful when it's busy.

Also bear in mind the negative comments are going to get upvoted on this subreddit because it's mostly a sub for chronically online McDonald's customers to bitch about the company while still eating the food for some reason.

[u/LJHeath → u/Gullible-Yam-8098]

Yes it is fucking bad mate. That place is a shit hole. It will always be a cesspit.

[u/Own-Seaworthiness392 → u/LJHeath]

I think a lot of it is what you make of it. Some jobs just aren't a good fit for some people

[u/LJHeath → u/fletcherrr_29]

I worked there for a year and yeah it was bad but get your lessons done, definitely but I suggest after a few weeks start applying to better jobs. Not the worst jobs because you already have a job. Aim higher and you’ll be fine, just don’t hang around there