Retail & Hospitality

I recently got a job, I’m really happy I got it as I have been trying for a year to get one. But I’m currently struggling with working as there’s some health issues I’m having at the moment that make it hard for me to be on … more

So i got fired recently from my RSA job because i didnt clean the mens bathroom. According to company policy, whoever cleans the floor behind the counter has to do the bathrooms as well, well he didnt… more

just started my new career at bunnings i would love to know about anything with in the GQM that it would be good to learn about

There’s one thing about working in retail, will I get to see fireworks? No, I’m closing all weekend. But since the store is so empty and quiet, I can hear fireworks going off. Yay?

Does anyone get a feeling when they work for a company for too long that when you leave you miss them a lot. Today was my final day of my supported internship programme, and I made good relationships … more

Who else keeps it to themselves when they are overwhelmed? I'm pretty stressed at work. Our leaders know we are overworked but don't really have the power to get us help. Reason being we are s… more

Is it just me or is everyone hiring but not hiring at the same time? I’ve applied to over 30 places in the last 2 months and still haven’t gotten a job, I updated my resume and i have almost every job… more

Do you ever pretend not to notice customers when they're snapping their fingers at you to get your attention? I feel like I've gotten to the point in my career where I expect a little respect … more

Becoming an adult has "silent costs" they don't tell you about when you're growing up. Just to be able to afford to support my family I have had so set so many passions aside in favo… more

My head chef recently praised me for my hard work and dedication to the job, and I assumed I’d get more shifts because of this and the fact I’m a student who is currently on summer holidays and is abl… more

Anyone else find themselves becoming thorny/prickly over time from working in customer service after a countless number of unpleasant interactions? If so what do you do personally to help soften your … more

I do find the post on here informative I have to say that sometimes people post things without looking them up if they’re not 100% sure of the answers to the posters question.Leading someone down the wron… more

Listen, I get it's ungodly hot outside, and the heat makes people a little cranky; however, that doesn't give people the right to abuse us. I've lost count of how many people have yelled a… more

is it normal to be nervous for an interview? Im new to applying for jobs but i feel like every interview I’ve done they dont like me because i get nervous and either speak too fast or my mind goes bla… more

The air conditioning in our store broke on Monday. The heat and humidity are through the roof. But does the owner close the store? No! They brought in a portable AC unit but it doesn't help much a… more

Is anyone else’s experience as of lately that ai has ruined the job market, rather that being automated resume checks or everything being an email or app now. What are your thoughts?

Has anyone tried one of those personal fans or ac devices that hangs on your shirt? It’s so damn hot in my store and I’m looking for recommendations.

I got made redundant end of may and the job search has been awful but my old employer has sent me my last paycheque but the amount is wrong and now I have to wait till the end of July for the rest of … more

Seeking feedback from US/EU product development leaders. I have a BSc in Textile Tech and extensive experience as a global 3D Technical Designer for major US/EU brands.

I’m scaling an independent 3D pattern engineering & virtual fitt… more

“Would it be dumb to get a second job for more income? Currently my front desk schedule is mixed — some mornings, some overnight audit shifts — but I think I could ask my manager to put me on mornings… more

I wanted to see if I can get some advice. I'm a key holder last night my cashier took a fake bill. I followed all the right protocols. Now my managers are saying I could lose my job also. My ques… more

just let go from my job,I had dined in on my day off,when it came time to cash out I really just glanced at the bill and put my card in and left. Got a call the next day saying that my drinks were not… more

🤔 Do you actually enjoy your job, or is it just something that pays the bills?

My tenure affords me lots of time off. One of my favorite weeks to take off is the week of July 4th. I get my birthday (7/2) and the holiday! What are your plans for the holiday week? Do you have to w… more

At least 12 times a day, I ask myself, why are people like this? Over the past few weeks, for example, I've had to ask several customers to put their shoes on or leave the store. We're not nea… more

I’ve have applied for many pet care jobs(kennel attendant, dog walker, pet sitter, etc) and they all keep rejecting my application even though in my experience I’ve had a lifetime ownership of pets (d… more

What is the longest you have been in the same position at a company? For me it was 3 years and I felt that was too long without a promotion!

Are your hours changing at all next week for the holiday?

If I think the owner of the pub is skimming from the cash how would I anonymously inform the brewery?

I find I often end up with meetings scheduled that aren't really as important as work I need to complete. Because of this I am always looking for ways to get out of them. Sometimes I can simply sa… more

Times are hard and jobs seem to demand more and more out of us without increasing compensation or benefits. None of us are earning what we're worth. Do you still give your full effort or do you wo… more

Very disappointing hiring process. I was invited to a trial shift, trained as if I already had the job, asked for my availability, and even told I was being put on the schedule. After days of no updat… more

Do you actively apply for roles that are above your current position? I hear peers say all the time that they want to promote but they don’t actively apply to open positions. Me personally I feel like… more

I’m a 22 year old AGM with ambitions to open my own store. I’ve been in the restaraunt business for a while and I’ve been a GM at my last job and kindve just gotten tired with the restaraunt business.… more

I'm so sick of seeing businesses laying off people so they can invest money in AI. Disney has been laying off people across their parks and other departments and is now investing $60 billion in ro… more

I'm trying to get out of food service. I'm very interested in Data Entry as I have experience in Financial Accounting and Excel from my days in college. What leads would anyone have for a job … more

I'm not allowed to wear sandals or open toed shoes to work, but the guys can walk around wearing crocs? What kind of ridiculous double standard is this?

This day and age I would think jobs would honor experience over education more than they do.
Where I work there are a lot of tenured, knowledgeable, smart, and committed team members. Team members who … more

I returned to work for a company because my former boss reached out to me. I have no complaints about the pay, but I work like a dog. However, at times I feel my boss is somewhat unfair to me. I’m in … more