Jobs in Retail & Hospitality

I really do not want to make this political but I have been feeling anxious going into work lately. As an immigrant, hearing about ICE arrests happening in stores hits close to home and makes somethin… more

Am I being led on, or is it now normal to have 3 rounds of interviews for retail jobs? I've always had one and then been told if I made it or not. I'm currently being emailed about coming in f… more

As a manager, how do you balance being impartial and setting expectations and actually caring about your employees?

People don’t talk about this enough, but your work family really matters. I’ve worked in places where the team was toxic, and you dreaded every shift before it even started. Then I moved to a place where the team… more

We hired someone last week who keeps apologizing for everything — even things that aren’t mistakes. It reminded me how intimidating this job can feel at the start. What do you wish someone had told yo… more

Hello, I just graduated from college with an associate's degree in business administration and have been trying to get a job in administration, but have had no luck. I've applied for reception… more

I did a phone screen and the hiring manager said they’ll schedule a full interview - I sent in availability last Wednesday but haven’t heard back. How long before I reach out to them to be like “hey I… more

I left a hotel front desk job during the pandemic and have been in a completely different field since, but I miss hospitality and want to come back. Would my gap or career detour make me sound flaky? … more

Honestly, one of the best parts of working in restaurants or hotels is the little perks. Free or discounted meals on long shifts, coworkers who feel more like friends, and that busy-but-fun energy when ever… more

Had an interview where they kept saying “flexible availability” but wouldn’t explain what that actually means. I don’t want to agree to something that kills my weekends. How do you get a straight answ… more

I started as a cashier thinking it was just a temporary thing. Over time, I got faster, learned how to handle tough customers, and ended up helping train new hires. Eventually, I was promoted to supervisor, which… more

I hate when hiring managers interview you one day and say that ill be trained for the stuff I dont know how to do and then next day I get that "unfortunately" email. How do these managers ex… more

By the end of my shift, my voice is tired before my body is. I still smile, but it feels heavier than it used to. How do you know when you’re just tired versus truly burned out?

I used to overthink my first job so much. Turned out retail was actually helpful, you learn how to talk to people, handle pressure, and grow some confidence. You figure out how to deal with different personalitie… more

I hate favoritism and people getting treated differently because of personal relationships instead of performance. It changes the whole vibe and makes things awkward for everyone else just trying to d… more

Applied to three chain cafes and one local place last week😅 The chains emailed me right away, but the local shop hasn’t said anything. Do you wait it out for the place you like more or take the first… more

What is your favorite thing you like about retail? One of my friends really likes discounts. I wouldn’t mind getting a part-time job in retail for discounts.

I have noticed that when I do not get enough sleep everything feels harder the next day. I am more irritable, slower, and just trying to get through the shift without snapping. It is not deep or poeti… more

Not exactly searching, but if anyone could recommend some good companies to work for hospitality and restaurants. I want to keep this in mind when I am searching, and it could be a resource for other … more

I am tired of listings that say "flexible schedule" when they actually mean you have to be available 24/7 while they give you twelve hours a week. I asked a hiring manager for a set Sunday o… more

Football has honestly become my escape. After a long week, sitting down and watching a game is the one time my brain actually shuts up. For a few hours it is just the game, the plays, the stress in a … more

I had an interview where they barely looked at my resume and just talked about store culture the whole time. I left not knowing if that was good or bad. When interviews feel too casual, do you think t… more

I used to sit in my car before work, staring at the building like it might explain itself. Some weeks I was carrying everything, covering gaps no one else would. Other weeks I was given just enough ho… more

So I've been in retail since I was 16 so roughly 15-16 years now. I've never done anything else but I'm so burnt out of it, I haven't had a day off in 2 weeks because my teams attendan… more

Management says they want feedback but seems like only if it is positive. The second you bring up something real or uncomfortable, the tone shifts and suddenly you are being difficult instead of hones… more

Why is it so hard to find a manager who will actually advocate for you and your well being? I have always advocated for my team. It seems that the further you move up the ladder, the less you care abo… more

I have done plenty of retail jobs. Put in plenty of applications. Do jobs actually reply? What would be the best place to apply in Sacramento,CA?

I need to get motivated to start applying to jobs again. It feels a bit slow for jobs right now. When do you think job openings will pick up again? Maybe March? Spring?

Update. Just found out they will never let me go unless they either fire me or I quit. It’s clear I’m never getting my transfer. Hopefully they find another person soon. And would it kill the closers … more

I work at a chain store and want to move to a different location for more hours. Is it better to apply internally or quit and reapply externally to be taken seriously?

I keep training new hires even though it’s not officially my job. I don’t mind — I like helping — but sometimes I wonder if it’s holding me back instead of moving me forward

Can I say something??? Burnt out is a thing!! You can’t be a micromanager, run down people to the point that if they call out sick! Like having to run to ER cause you’re soo sick!
And then having the audacity to… more

Looking at my schedule for next week honestly made me laugh a little. One shift all week and it is just a 4 hours on a Saturday. It frustrates me to gear up for work, drive in for such a small slice o… more

Do you ever get a say in what music is played in the store? In today's all-hands meeting, one of the employees suggested that once every week, an employee gets to choose and set the vibe of the da… more

I have been in this new role for about a year now and just found out they do not do performance reviews at all. I know part of that is on me for not asking before I took the job, but I was desperate t… more

This is usually the slowest time of the year, but I am finding myself more busy and tired than ever. Really trying to stay motivated and in high spirits because being tired from working is a good prob… more

Every time I go for a retail interview, they ask where I see myself in five years. We both know I am just here to pay my bills, not become the regional vice president of a shoe store. If I tell the tr… more

I've been applying to get into the cannabis industry. I was applying for cannabis cultivation technician and budtender, which is right up my alley since I've been growing at home for many year… more

Just wanted to share a great experience I had. I'm a pizza chef at a local pizza shop, nothing fancy. So my days are pretty normal on a day-to-day basis. A couple who used to live in NY and appare… more

Other store managers on the bowl, how is your relationship with your team? I want to forge a better connection with the team, but I'm getting the cold shoulder from them because I replaced someone… more