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Why You Should Always Ask Your McDonald’s Cashier For A Receipt, According To An Employee

December 15, 2017 by Emily Belfiore
shefinds | Food
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Everyone already knows about McDonald's secret menu, which gives customers access to delicious creations like the McGangBang, the Big McChicken and the Monster Mac. But, did you know that there's a secret ordering hack that you can get by keeping your McDonald's receipt? An employee revealed that holding on to your receipt will ensure you the freshest meal every time! 

 

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McDonald's employee Kamran Adan, who has worked at the popular chain for a year, says that the Mickey D's staff gives priority to those who ask for payment details in case they're "mystery shoppers" that show up during "Gapbuster Time," which is when these sneaky customers review the restaurant.  

 

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“Basically between 12-2pm and 5-7pm workers have to be extra careful because that is when gapbusters (mystery shoppers,) who are paid, visit McDonald’s restaurants and rate their experience,' Adan said, according to New York Post. “This then goes to the overall store rating and every store manager will do everything to ensure this rating is as positive as possible.”

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So, how do employees know that they've got a "myster customer?" Adan says that they're easy to spot because "they always ask for a receipt (so they can get their food costs reimbursed by the company employing them.)”

 

“So, if you ask for a receipt in that time everyone will be immediately alert that you could be a potential gapbuster and they’ll make sure to serve you the freshest burger and fries and give you priority over everyone else," he said. 

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Good to know! We'll definitely keep this helpful hack in mind the next time we're in the mood for McDonald's! 

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Emily Belfiore is a former associate editor of SheFinds. She wrote beauty, weight loss, wellness and celebrity stories for the site. She is a pop culture enthusiast.

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Various types of bread displayed on a table.
Delicious pastries displayed at Costco bakery section.
Woman holding her head in distress or pain.
Woman suffering from joint pain while seated.
Woman experimenting with beauty trends for youthful skin
Popular fast food outlets: Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to her aromatic coffee.
Delicious bagels with blueberries and butter on a wooden board.
Comparing cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Brazilian dish with rice, beans, and chicken on a plate.
Checking the time while enjoying a balanced breakfast.
Display of deli meats and sandwich products at grocery store.
Cooked salmon served with rice, avocado, and greens.
Inside view of a Costco store showcasing products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
Selection of s'mores brownies and baked ricotta from Aldi.
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Frozen pizza options displayed in grocery store aisle.
Fried fish served with crispy fries on a plate.