Working as a swing manager at McDonald's leads to frustration, depression and weight gain. - Certified Swing Manager McDonald's Employee Review

1.0
May 3, 2011
Recommend
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Pros

McDonald's offers flexible hours for students. I filled out the application and got the job all in the same day. It's not overly difficult to get hired, but it helps if a current employ can vouch for you. Meeting nice customers is an enjoyable experience.

Cons

The team within the restaurant was very unprofessional and immature. The pay is a joke for the labor, work load and responsibilities involved. McDonald's customers are some of the rudest customers I have ever came across. Crew workers usually get 6-20 hours/week and rarely get more than 5 hours per shift.

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2.0
Jun 18, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Experience varies heavily depending on the owner/operator you work for. Free and discounted food. 2 weeks PTO. Vision, Dental and Health insurance. Offers rapid development opportunities.

Cons

Work-life balance is nonexistent. In fact, the director of operations has stated numerous times, “Work life balance is a myth”. The company states you are required to work 45 hrs/week minimum; Realistically, GM’s can expect to work 55-60 hours in store with constant calls and messages when home. The company does not count any work done outside of the restaurant toward your 45hr requirement. There is no training for this position as you are expected to figure it out on the job. They offer $2000 per month performance bonus but are always finding new ways to disqualify you and move the goalposts when you actually earn it.

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