Trainee Manager Review

by McDonald's

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

10/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

I am currently working as an Area Leader which means I am in charge of a group of people either production, drive thru or front. I must ensure we operate efficiently and am in charge of DPSC.

10/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

I have learnt how to manage people and several job specific skills.

10/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoy that every day is different and the people I work with are all amazing.

10/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

It is very well organised, there is a clear hierarchy and career progression.

10/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

My employer is very supportive and we work together to make sure I am on track.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

My relationship with the training provider had a rocky start as I never spoke to the same person more than once and they made quite a lot of mistakes with my application. Even now, it seem rather difficult to schedule meetings.

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

I think it is providing me with the relevant information to perform managerial duties.

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

I am a crew story teller which involves promoting Ourlounge to crew.

10/10

9a. Would you recommend McDonald's to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

It is a friendly, flexible working environment and the more effort you put in the better the outcome.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to McDonald's?

Be prepared for hard work! You will often be tired after your shifts so may end up doing apprenticeship learning on your day off but stick with it because it will be worth it in the end.