Might loose McDonald's job?

Question

i'm 16, working at McDonald's, my first job ever and i have a strong feeling that I'm gonna loose it. I've been working since April 2007 but they said i'm not fast enough. I'll be devestated if I loose this job cuz I dont know if i'll get another job for the summer. Yet I like to work in another place anyways, I dont like all the rush and stress in McDonald's. What do you think?

Answer 1

I think you'll be hard pressed to find jobs with less pressure than MacDonalds unless you would like a job where you sit and stare into space most of the time. Those jobs exist in businesses where you meet the public, but rarely. I think it would be good for you to work on your speed and work hard to adapt to the stress so you can improve your productivity. Ultimately, excellent productivity is a key to success in most careers, and this is a low-risk place to learn how to achieve that objective.

Answer 2

I can help you with this one... I started out working at wendy's and ended up working for them for 3 years... I later on became a shift manager at another place.. and then an assistant manager for a full restuarant... so...It does sound like you care to keep the job.. so you care to loose it too.. I know contradictory right?... Well each employer is different. I had one that like it when I was completely quiet and paid attention to all the detail and never left anything out of place after my shift.... then I had another that was like... " If i'm standing around, i'm not helping.. if i'm helping i'm in the way" Couldn't win for loosing with that one... But keep in mind that jobs do come and go. Then I met someone that did keep his job all the way from when he first started working there to management a couple of years later... He's the youngest manager and good one too that I've ever seen....Ask to see if you can watch a training video again on the areas that you need to work on. I know they do that sort of thing.. every fast food place does... another one is to try and do this before you come to work.. show up early and give yourself a half an hour to watch one. If they ask you why... tell them you want to make sure you didn't miss anything and you may be interested in growing with the company into managment...Sometimes the goal itself can stand out more than the actual job performance at first...Don't run people over... just concentrate on being accurate and clear your mind of personal matters or what others think about you. It's also a misconception that your there to make a new friend or to socialize when in reality you are there to earn some money. Choke this up if you have to... be friendly to customers and don't worry about this other girl or the fact that the management is comparing you... Sounds like they need to compare themselves to their own opinions...But also... just keep in mind if you feel that a poor decision is made.. everyone has a boss.. including bosses... Just focus.. your a smart person.. Hope this helps.. take care.

Answer 3

Based on your question, it sounds like you have already tried to be better and faster at your job, but you just aren't motivated by the job. I would quit with 2 weeks notice if I were you, since it will look better when you look for another job. You definitely will not want to get fired from McDonalds, employers will not look at that in a positive way. I would not worry about finding another job, since you already have work experience, which is good for your age. You might want to try a grocery store next, since they generally aren't as fast paced as fast food is, and you will already have work experience.

Answer 4

there is stress at every job many diffrent forms you need to grow up and learn to deal with the realities of life and work. This is why it is so important to buckle down and do well in school so that you have many more oppurtunities for your future. Which allows you a better chance at finding that job that is more to your likeing. Till then you must learn to make the best of things. work Smart is also alot better than working harder and gets more done. Learning a job skill well and being proficent in your job skills is also very notieable to future employers. Also longevity with your job. Good Luck and stay focused on school.

Answer 5

It sounds like you don't really like it, so what's the loss? Start looking for something else, and quit instead of getting fired ... will look better in your next interview.

Answer 6

if your not happy look for another job Try retail stores.. 711

Answer 7

go work in jack in the box or burger king