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Are fast food jobs good for teens?

Leia Doyle

Are fast food jobs good for teens?

A food service job can be a great way to gain work experience and make some extra cash while you’re still in high school. About 30% of fast-food workers are teenagers, and many celebrities got their start in fast food, from Lady Gaga to Jeff Bezos.

What percent of teens work in fast food?

30 percent
First of all, only about 30 percent of fast-food workers are teenagers. Another 30 percent are between the ages of 20 and 24. The remaining 40 percent are 25 and older.

Can a 17 year old work everyday?

16 and 17 year olds Because you will no longer be at school, there are fewer restrictions on when you can work and for how long, but there are still some rules. You’ll only be able to work for eight hours every day, or a total of 40 hours over the course of a week.

Is fast food a real job?

And we’re sure to hear it again: Fast food jobs aren’t “real jobs.” They’re for teenagers who need extra cash or for young workers who need a “launching pad” to a better job down the line. But in reality, fast food jobs are a very real segment of our economy.

Where should I work as a teenager?

20 of the best jobs for teens

  • Fast food attendant. National average salary: $9.29 per hour.
  • Car wash attendant. National average salary: $10.17 per hour.
  • Kennel assistant. National average salary: $10.54 per hour.
  • Grocery store cashier.
  • Daycare assistant.
  • Concession stand worker.
  • Restaurant server.
  • Restaurant host/hostess.

Is Mcdonalds a bad job?

Besides all that, the pay is low, it’s hard to get full time hours without completely sacrificing work/life balance, it has some of the worst benefits and PTO policies in the fast food industry, and they cope with minimum wage increases by taking money away from the employees in other ways, to name a few.

Is working fast food easy?

It can be very stressful. These fast food places were by far the most tiring jobs I’ve ever had. You spend all day on your feet, rushing around, doing heavy lifting and lots of cleaning. They aren’t difficult jobs, but are very tiring and stressful.

Can you be 14 and work at Walmart?

As a minimum age requirement, you must be at least 16 years old to work at Walmart and 18 at Sam’s Club. Certain positions, however, require a minimum age of 18. As you prepare to complete your application have your prior work history available.