Appalling, not worth the money or time. - Anonymous employee KFC Employee Review

1.0
13 Aug 2014
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

- A free meal on your break (only selected items)

Cons

- Poor management, who spend a lot of time talking, standing, hiding in the staff room and overall limited contribution to working in a 'team' (especially when its busy!). - Poor treatment of staff (team members) by more senior members (shift managers/managers). This includes asking too much of the individual who already has a lot to do (possibly because they can't be bothered to do certain tasks themselves). Favouring staff who can get away with certain behaviour. Be-belittling team members in front of colleagues, by calling them names and trying to embarrass them. Not assisting in issues that occur, such as customer complains, because they don't like confrontation, so allow team members to deal with heated situations with customers single handedly. - Rubbish pay for the amount of work expected of you. Minimum wage even if you work bank holidays ect. - Slack training of new staff, as little guidance and help is provided, and takes weeks before they get you to complete the on-line training and signing. - Long, un-flexible hours. Expected to work 49+ hours (mostly if you are full time). A lot of late shifts, and closes where you can't leave until 2pm+ in consecutive days, and no money is supplemented for transport home for these awkward hours. A lot of weekend shifts with no set rotas. - Bitter responses and reaction from the managers for asking for time off, (if your going on holiday, pregnancy or your wedding ect). - Little motivation of staff, who feel unappreciated and over-worked.

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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.

Cons

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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