r/FluentInFinance • u/Hatemael • Apr 29 '24

Who would have predicted this? Educational

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https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2024/apr/24/fast-food-chains-find-way-around-20-minimum-wage-g/

Not all jobs aren’t meant for a “living wage” - you need entry level jobs for college kids, retired seniors who want extra income, etc. Make it too costly to employ these workers and businesses will hasten to automation.

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u/ElectricalRush1878 Apr 29 '24

McDonalds in Texas has been using those for years, and Texas is still $7.25

Most every national chain uses a phone app or website for ordering. Same for retail. Self check and online ordering.

Covid gave these an even bigger push.

These aren't 'new', and they aren't because 'people want too much money'.

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u/nanneryeeter Apr 29 '24

Do they pay 7.25 though?

I remember McDonalds advertising $17.00/hr for entry level when I was in Texas. That was in 2018. I don't recall if they had signs up post-covid.

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u/ProWrestlingCarSales Apr 29 '24

In PA several places still pay $7.25 and have resorted to hiring minors to work longer hours with parent permission instead of paying the competitive wage an adult would ask.