McDonald's has extended the reach of its paper-based total reward statements to include the first level of area management — one level above restaurant staff.

Last year, the fast food chain sent statements to 110 senior managers in the UK, and with the extension to area managers the number of statements sent is expected to increase to 250.

The statements will also include more information about the staff bonus scheme, and each employee will have his or her name printed on the front and back of the statement.

If well received by staff, the fast-food chain will extend the reach of the statements again next year and consider including restaurant-based employees.