[Gulfcoast]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

In the past, McDonald's had one of the best quality control programs in the business. I understand that they would continuously monitor the number of employees working and sales income per hour at every restaurant. If a franchise did not have sufficient sales to justify the number of employees, the franchise owner would get a call from corporate. Also, if a franchise was not profitable, corporate would buy back the franchise in accordance with the franchise contract. They would never allow a restaurant to close.

Oh, I'm sure that corporate still has plenty of ways to keep tabs on sales per hour, number of employees working, etc. The problem is that it has all become completely a numbers game. Back in the day if you worked in fast food/retail you would have some opportunities to slack off a bit during the slow times and joke around with your coworkers. Nowadays if you have a slow day - watch out - because that will be an excuse to cut the number of workers on any given shift down to the bare bones.

People aren't machines. And when a good multi tasking employee quits, it can take a restaurant a while to recover. What had once been controlled chaos becomes complete chaos. It doesn't mean that the employees and managers aren't busting their tails and doing the best that they can.

Flipping burgers ain't the same job that it used to be.

[PugMom]

Originally Posted by Michael G.

I have to admit, I do enjoy MacDonalds egg McMuffin, the only meal served with real egg.
I order two with a senior coffee and will eat it in their patio area outside.
Maybe it's the fresh air that makes it taste better.

it's the last real, decent food McD.'s serves. the rest is all garbage

[shut the front door]

Originally Posted by Causey

I went through most of these posts, can't imagine why anyone would eat the food from any of the "fast food" locations mentioned.

The hundreds of millions who do, probably don't care.

[chrissy2231]

Originally Posted by Babubhat

Third time this week drive in line around the place, over a dozen orders waiting to be filled, inside packed with people waiting, urinal overflowing with no hand soap. Not even peak hours

Management needs to get on the ball fast. Used to be a favorite but no more

So is BK - YUK!

[Garywt]

Can a McDonalds go down hill? Kind of starting at the bottom already.

[MSGirl]

Originally Posted by Al2014

Simply put- It ain't the local manager. They are happy for those that showed up for work that day. Those that do show up have to listen to folks like me complain about no napkins or the drink machines don't work. Others can go down the rabbit hole to tell us why, but for me I know why. Until we see higher unemployment rates, it will not change. But, what do I know.

Do you mean higher EMPLOYMENT rates? Higher Unemployment rates will only cause more folks to stay out of work! My son manages a country club out of state. To keep servers, he raised their per hour rate and gives them benefits like health insurance. But can every fast food restaurant afford to do that without increasing the cost of product?

[Sunny923!]

Better health without it!

[Pairadocs]

Originally Posted by wisbad1

I go to Culver’s, good food and clean. Only problem is they never charge the same price. It’s different almost every time.

You never know what is "clean" and what isn't ! Ever seen employees to who walk out of restroom and NOT wash hands ? Place does not matter, they all hire people to whom personal hygiene and country health rules mean nothing. Don't know what others have noticed, but came from a state where the health laws, local and state, were MUCH tougher than Florida's. Don't think it's going to improve in the near future if the desperation for employees continues ! ?

[Al2014]

Originally Posted by Sandy and Ed

Maybe meant lower, not “higher” rates?? Get more back into the work pool so management can hire more responsible workers.

Higher unemployment is meant to say more people looking for work...

[Shimpy]

Originally Posted by 3105boy

Go next door to PDQ. Friendly fast service and juicy chicken tenders. McD’s is a zoo in comparison.

Agree 100%

[Gpsma]

I love it when there is a fast food thread and all the “doctors” in the Villages who went to the Bill Gates Internet School of Medicine and now specialize in Cardiology and Nutrition have to make their knowledgeable comments.

I usually just get breakfast items at McDonalds. Last time at Colony it was fast. Perhaps Colony has become inefficient because the new Mcd on powell and 44 is owned by the people. Maybe thay transferred some employees from colony to the new store.

Was travelling up on 95 in Carolina a few months ago and did a quick stop at a McDs...ate inside, place was filthy.

Ray Kroc is rolling in his grave!

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

The minimum wage in Florida is $11 per hour.

No one will get any employees paying that rate...

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by jmaccallum

Have to say I totally agree. McDonalds three times a week?!? Yuck.

Some people go for coffee and a biscuit/bagel for breakfast, several days a week...

[photo1902]

Originally Posted by Gpsma

I love it when there is a fast food thread and all the “doctors” in the Villages who went to the Bill Gates Internet School of Medicine and now specialize in Cardiology and Nutrition have to make their knowledgeable comments.

I usually just get breakfast items at McDonalds. Last time at Colony it was fast. Perhaps Colony has become inefficient because the new Mcd on powell and 44 is owned by the people. Maybe thay transferred some employees from colony to the new store.

Was travelling up on 95 in Carolina a few months ago and did a quick stop at a McDs...ate inside, place was filthy.

Ray Kroc is rolling in his grave!

This could be the best post of the day!

[Mrmean58]

Originally Posted by 3105boy

Go next door to PDQ. Friendly fast service and juicy chicken tenders. McD’s is a zoo in comparison.

But, but you can't sit at PDQ and drink free coffee refills all morning.