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Best fast food joints To work at for first jobs
I was wondering what chains are best to work at when your hunting for your first job, or just jobs that don’t take much to get started in. I’ve been looking around and I’m still not sure as I have a while before I can get one. One that’s not too high stress but enough to help learn how to deal with that type of environment would be perfect. Thanks in advance :)
-isabella #career #job-search
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Kim’s Answer
Some chains are local, so, the ones we have here have not expanded to Ohio. I would not worry too much about which ones are stressful (unless there's a medical/disability concern). They are all stressful until you get the hang of it. Your first job should teach you a bit of customer service and how to get along with co-workers. These are skills that are essential to all subsequent jobs, so, take it seriously!
I would research the various companies on-line to see if they offer incentives such as tuition assistance. You are just a couple years away from considering college. I think McDonalds even offers incentives for graduating HS.
You don't want to work somewhere chaotic, so, ask around with your friends. Amazingly, two fast-food establishments in the same chain can have totally different experiences. That's why the best source of information is going to be those who have worked there. Also check the on-line customer service reviews.
I would research the various companies on-line to see if they offer incentives such as tuition assistance. You are just a couple years away from considering college. I think McDonalds even offers incentives for graduating HS.
You don't want to work somewhere chaotic, so, ask around with your friends. Amazingly, two fast-food establishments in the same chain can have totally different experiences. That's why the best source of information is going to be those who have worked there. Also check the on-line customer service reviews.
Thank you :)
isabella
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Melissa’s Answer
Hey Isabella!
I'd suggest looking at McDonalds or Wendy's restaurants. McDonald's offers internships and Wendy's website has a recruiting assistant to help you through the application process. And both places offer flexible scheduling, which is going to be key for you just entering the workforce while still in school.
Anything in fast food will likely be fast paced and a little stressful until you get the hang of it, but you'll learn teamwork, accountability and most importantly customer service. Customer service is really an interpersonal skill that will help you throughout your life and career. Learning how to listen, stay calm, be polite/respectful, be empathetic AND sympathetic to people you service and work with are important skills to focus on.
Here are some helpful links to both restaurants mentioned above:
https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/faq/employment.html
https://wendys-careers.com/restaurant-life/
I'd suggest looking at McDonalds or Wendy's restaurants. McDonald's offers internships and Wendy's website has a recruiting assistant to help you through the application process. And both places offer flexible scheduling, which is going to be key for you just entering the workforce while still in school.
Anything in fast food will likely be fast paced and a little stressful until you get the hang of it, but you'll learn teamwork, accountability and most importantly customer service. Customer service is really an interpersonal skill that will help you throughout your life and career. Learning how to listen, stay calm, be polite/respectful, be empathetic AND sympathetic to people you service and work with are important skills to focus on.
Here are some helpful links to both restaurants mentioned above:
https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/faq/employment.html
https://wendys-careers.com/restaurant-life/
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Gloria’s Answer
Hi isabella,
I would say that you should think about a place that you like to go to. What is it that you like about that place? Do the people working there appear happy? If you are going to be there for work, you should like it. Another consideration is - how are you going to get there? An okay place close to home might be better than a great place with an hour commute. I would also look at the benefits that you may get working there. A place like Chick-fil-a (mentioned by someone else) is the ability to earn scholarships. Chick-fil-a is a crazy busy place here in Texas, especially in the heat. I could not work there because it just seems too fast paced all the time and the lines are so long that people have to work outside.
So I would say do a little research to see what companies offer. And if you are worried about an employer, there are websites online where you can look up how other employees feel about the company to judge whether or not you want to work there. (Glassdoor is the most popular one that I am aware of.)
Gloria
I would say that you should think about a place that you like to go to. What is it that you like about that place? Do the people working there appear happy? If you are going to be there for work, you should like it. Another consideration is - how are you going to get there? An okay place close to home might be better than a great place with an hour commute. I would also look at the benefits that you may get working there. A place like Chick-fil-a (mentioned by someone else) is the ability to earn scholarships. Chick-fil-a is a crazy busy place here in Texas, especially in the heat. I could not work there because it just seems too fast paced all the time and the lines are so long that people have to work outside.
So I would say do a little research to see what companies offer. And if you are worried about an employer, there are websites online where you can look up how other employees feel about the company to judge whether or not you want to work there. (Glassdoor is the most popular one that I am aware of.)
Gloria
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Karen A.’s Answer
Rather than a fast food chain, I would recommend considering a smaller establishment where you can earn tips, which will usually add up to more than the wages a fast food chain would pay. Although, with the current labor shortages, many fast food chains have had to increase their hourly rate just to get people to work there. So obviously consider all angles and do what you think is best for you. I worked a few months at a fast food taco chain when I was 16 that I did not like. I made a slightly higher hourly wage when I was hired at the self-service gas station across the street, and enjoyed the work more. A friend of mine worked for Burger King in high school and liked it. So if you stick with fast food, I would research who is paying the most. It also could be helpful to visit each of the chains, and make a purchase, and observe the employees when you are there. Do they look happy? Do the managers treat them with respect? You could even ask the cashier how he/she likes working there. And you will probably want to pick one where you like the food, since that is often what you will be eating on your lunch breaks. Good luck to you!
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Cindy’s Answer
Chick-fil-a https://www.chick-fil-a.com/ Also get Sunday's off.
Starbucks https://www.starbucks.com/
They both give good benefits.
Starbucks https://www.starbucks.com/
They both give good benefits.