McDonald’s customers were left feeling disgusted after a TikTok video went viral, showing an employee allegedly pouring expired milk into one of the milkshake machines. The video, posted by user @tel2raww, caught the attention of viewers who were appalled by the employee’s actions. In the video’s caption, the employee explained that their general manager instructed them to use the expired dairy product to save money, although the employee believed it was an attempt to harm someone.
The video depicted chunks of coagulated milk, resembling cottage cheese, being squeezed out of a plastic bottle and into the machine. This disturbing sight was enough to deter many viewers from ever purchasing a thick shake from McDonald’s again. The comment section was filled with shocked and disgusted reactions, with one comment exclaiming, “This is actually insane.” Another viewer simply said, “Woaaaah, um, huh?”
Some viewers questioned why the employee would follow their manager’s instructions to perform such unsanitary actions. They believed that it was even more irrational for the employee to comply with the manager’s request. However, other TikTok users claiming to work at McDonald’s offered different perspectives. One alleged employee mentioned that they had been working at McDonald’s for almost three years and had only recently been informed about this practice by their manager. According to them, using expired milk in the milkshake machines was a way to prevent wastage and save money. Another alleged employee stated that they followed a similar practice but only used milk that was close to its expiration date and ensured that the machines were thoroughly cleaned at the end of the day.
However, a TikToker pointed out the potential dangers of using expired milk. They explained that expired milk can cause dairy gas allergies, which are triggered by the gas produced when milk expires. This can also lead to dairy acid allergies. The TikToker emphasized that consuming expired milk can be life-threatening for individuals with these allergies.
In a shocking revelation, someone who claimed to have worked at Subway shared their experience of witnessing their general manager retrieve expired food from the dumpster after a food inspector ordered its disposal. This revelation led to further concerns about the food safety practices at fast-food establishments.
The video also prompted someone to express their distrust in McDonald’s ice cream machines. They claimed that when they worked at McDonald’s, the machines were only cleaned once every three months, and the general manager would reset the cleaning timer to avoid regular maintenance.
The TikTok video shed light on the questionable practices happening behind the scenes at McDonald’s and other fast-food chains. It raised concerns about food safety, employee compliance with unsanitary instructions, and the potential risks posed to customers. These revelations serve as a reminder for consumers to be aware of the practices and standards followed by their favorite food establishments, as well as the importance of holding these establishments accountable for maintaining high levels of cleanliness and food safety.
