2nd assistant Review

by McDonald's

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

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

I have recently been promoted to 2nd assistant where I run my own systems and pillars, I look after our restaurants food safety, schedule and community sections.

8/10

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

Yes, both, I learnt a lot during my apprenticeship including my Maths and English skills, the job role I am now in has also taught me a lot including computer skills and leadership skills.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I enjoyed my programme as I was always learning and meeting new people. The trainers are great and always make you feel comfortable.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

The programme was fairly well structured to begin with, however, I had a change of trainer due to illness which made the programme less organised in my opinion.

5/10

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

McDonalds supported me during my apprenticeship and always gave me time to complete the tasks I was given.

8/10

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

The trainers are always there to help and even helped me outside of their working hours through email.

9/10

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

I think my apprenticeship helped me become a better leader and problem solver.

8/10

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.)

Yes, McDonalds has many outside events to join in with. The one I always attend is the McDonald’s football cup which our store came 2nd in this year!

8/10

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

Yes

9b. Why?

The company has always had great training, great managers and they all support you throughout everything. They have provided me with great opportunities throughout my time here and I love my job and even after 8 years.

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

Go for it, give your everything and the company will reward you, you can really make a career out of McDonald’s and make some life long friends!