Overworked, underpaid - Mitarbeiter (anonym) bei KFC: Mitarbeiterbewertung

2.0
10. Dez. 2012
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Pros

A little money in your pocket. Most managers were fairly laid back.

Kontras

Most everything. You smell terrible after working a shift. You're greasy after working. You stand on your feet all day. I've seen some people post here that they get free meals, and that's only the case if you're a manager. Regular employees are supposed to pay for everything... yet they give out a free meal every day to the lady who sells newspapers on the street corner every morning. You're paid the very least they can get away with paying you. No opportunities for raises. Our District Manager keeps telling us to cut certain jobs, so slowly we're having to do more work than we should be (for example, cutting down from having 1 buffet worker and 1 prep person, to 1 prep person who has to juggle the buffet and all the prep work. Because of this, the buffet is always understocked and messy.)(Another example, we've gone from having 2 cooks every shift, one for original, one for crispy and grilled, to having 1 cook to manage all of that, as well as daily cleaning.) The majority of my coworkers are lazy, so I've ended up doing my job as well as their's (it's not fun to take orders, make drinks, cash out orders, and prepare orders on drive thru during a dinner rush). Rude, entitled customers who think it's okay to curse and scream at minimum wage workers for menial things.

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Kontras

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5.0
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Pros

Working at KFC has several advantages. One major benefit is the flexible scheduling, which makes it a good option for students or people with other jobs. The position is also entry-level friendly, meaning employees typically do not need prior experience to get hired. In addition, the fast-paced environment can make shifts feel shorter and more engaging. Many employees also enjoy the team atmosphere and develop friendships with their coworkers. Another advantage is the availability of employee discounts or free food during shifts, as well as the potential for advancement into shift leader or management roles.

Kontras

However, there are also some disadvantages to working at KFC. The pay is often relatively low, usually close to minimum wage. The job can be physically demanding, requiring employees to stand for long periods, work in a hot kitchen, and perform tasks such as lifting and cleaning. The work environment can also be messy due to grease and food preparation. Additionally, the job can be stressful during busy hours, especially when dealing with long lines or high customer demand. Employees may also have to handle difficult or impatient customers, which can be challenging. Finally, work schedules may be inconsistent, with hours varying from week to week.

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