McDonald’s Risks Employee Ire by Joining Trend of Remote Layoffs

McDonald’s Corp. is the latest company asking staff to work from home during layoffs, a practice that has sparked criticism from other companies’ employees and management experts.

The fast-food chain told corporate staff to work remotely Monday through Wednesday to provide confidentiality while it cuts hundreds of jobs, according to a person familiar with the company’s plans. The decision was made out of respect for those affected, said the person, who asked not to be identified discussing private information.

McDonald’s is talking with all of its corporate employees this week, not just those being let go, and the Chicago-based company is moving ...