Do you want fries with that?

[Rich]

Originally posted by Mark Padgett
Ever notice that when you go into a McDonald's (or any other fast food place), the first question they ask is "Is this for here or to go?" That's because that's the first button they have to push on their register. Next time you are asked that, answer: "It's to go here".

Usually, they look like a deer caught in headlights.

I used to run a McDonald's, back when I was in my early 20s and avoiding college.

I was amazed how unskilled the workers were. If the cash registers didn't tell them how much change to give back (or if someone gave them a penny or something after they had entered the amount tendered) they would have to call a manager over to "figure out the change."

Since this was in the late 80s, I'll assume things are no better now.

BTW, back then the "here" or "to go" question was last as there were two "Total" buttons on the POS units -- one for "here" and one for "to go." Yes, the cashiers had a problem using the right one, which was annoying if someone else was helping to fill their orders....

Ah, the memories.

--Rich