Anyone who has ever been to a McDonald’s restaurant would know that right from the girl who takes a Drive-Thru order, to the guy who is giving that finishing touch to a cup of cappuccino, to the Restaurant Manager, are all from different backgrounds in terms of ethnicity, religion etc.…More
“All our dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.” –Walt Disney. Ten years back, Sachin Chitnis joined McDonald’s as a Trainee Floor Manager with an ambition to do a lot more than that. And boy, did he succeed! From a Trainee Floor Manager, to an…More
The doors of a McDonald’s restaurant open very early in the morning. While the office-goers quickly grab their morning coffee, the students are busy discussing the tidbits of the previous day at college. Two employees take orders, another two are busy assembling the muffins while the third one is at…More
Life of a person working in a McDonald’s restaurant is full of stories. And yes, there are a few things all McDonald’s employees do. We bring to you the top five: Smiling! – McDonald’s believes in serving with a smile and happy employees usually greet everyone around with a cheerful…More
Do you get a free burger everyday? Is the training process easy? Is the kitchen as clean as they claim it to be? At times, the regulars as well as the occasional customers post these queries about life at McDonald’s. So, how is it like, to work at McDonald’s? A…More
It can be more than a regular summer job or a first pay cheque. It can be that first step in your career where you learn about your strengths and capabilities. As Cody Teets, writer of the book Golden Opportunity: Remarkable Careers that Began at McDonald’s aptly puts it, “McDonald’s…More
As bad as it was, the Chennai floods brought out the best in people. People from all walks of life were seen helping others on the streets, rescuing them, bringing food to them, doing every little thing that could help in some way. McDonald’s staff members from its restaurants in…More
Behind the great taste of coffee lie profound techniques. You must be wondering doesn’t it all depend on the quality of beans? It most certainly does, but there is more. It is the combination of good quality coffee beans and fine artistry of the baristas. From brewing process to latte…More
Remember the kindergarten lessons about always throwing waste in a dustbin? Gradually, we were taught to keep our bedrooms, our classrooms, and even our neighborhoods tidy. As much as individual efforts are necessary, collective action is even better. That’s exactly why McDonald’s employees at Kolhapur, on their Community Service Day,…More
‘In today’s corporate world, there is an ever-increasing amount of ambiguity that we have to deal with’. This ambiguity makes decision making a complex task. A leader should have the capability to retain his composure, ensure a stress free workplace and be flexible when looking for a solution. Seema Nambiar,…More