Jobs in Retail & Hospitality

The cafe down the street is hiring but they told me the first three days are a "voluntary trial" to see if I fit the vibe. No pay, just training. I told them my time has a price tag and the … more

Started a job on probation and realized in the first two weeks it is not a good fit. Is leaving during probation seen as a red flag when applying elsewhere?

Spoke to a recruiter and hiring team at a competitor recently about a store manager opportunity. have a store walk with the district manager coming up and want to be prepared. Any one been in this pos… more

Outside, the blizzard turned the world white. Inside, my team was wilting under the rush of stranded guests.
​I ditched my desk, grabbed a cloth, and started clearing tables. "I'm on point with you,… more

I’m the person they call when someone doesn’t show up. I say yes more than I should because I don’t want to let anyone down. Lately I’m wondering if being ‘reliable’ just means being tired. Anyone els… more

Got an invite to an in person interview for a GM role. It’s a step up for my current role. I’m very anxious because I really want this role. Any tips for someone reaching for that next level job?

Accepted a retail offer pending background check and it is taking longer than expected. I have another interview lined up. Do you keep interviewing until the first day or stop once you accept?

Is it ok to say “that’s not my job”? I always hear employers say to never say that, but a specific task could literally be something I’m unfamiliar with and cannot complete. How do you say “that’s not… more

The glitter from December’s window display is still stuck in the floorboards, but the store is finally quiet. Outside, a bitter wind whips across Front Street.
​My lead server, Marcus, looked drained while f… more

Everything went wrong last night — short staff, long lines, broken printer. But somehow, the team clicked and we got through it together. I went home exhausted but proud. What’s a shift that shouldn’t… more

Permanently moving to Edmonton AB - seeking office, administrative, or operations management roles. Bringing proven leadership ready to deliver results.

I just met another waiter who works at a steakhouse and told me she makes a $1000 a night sometimes. And makes close to 7K a month. We met on a train, so I couldn't talk for too long. I was shook.… more

Was asked to do a trial shift at a cafe with no pay to see how I fit. It is only a few hours but still time. Do you agree to unpaid trials or walk away?😅

I just saw a job posting for a luxury boutique that requires a full headshot with the application. Is this even legal anymore? It feels like a blatant way to filter people based on looks before they e… more

What is one thing that you wish you did sooner to advance your career growth? I think I need to pivot from nutrition and into finance or project management

A guest snapped at me today over something completely out of my control. I stayed polite, smiled, and fixed it — then went to the back and just stood there for a minute. How do you release the frustra… more

I see how technology has affected retail. Online ordering, self check out, tailored experiences, etc. But no one really talks about how tech and AI has affected the hospitality industry. How do you th… more

After the holiday rush, the hotel feels like it exhaled before I did. I’m the manager, armed with cold coffee and a smile taped on by muscle memory. The lobby is quiet, the plants survived, and so did… more

Hello fam. For about 3 months now, i have been applying for entry level jobs almost everywhere and yet, no calls from employers. Taking the case of Walmart, i have applied for almost every role availa… more

I have been told more than once that a promotion is coming if I just keep doing what I am doing. So I take on more responsibility, stay flexible, and try to prove myself, but nothing actually changes.… more

Effort only seems to matter when the right people are watching. You can bust your behind all shift and it barely gets noticed, but someone else does the bare minimum at the perfect moment and suddenly… more

I’ll talk to lots of people and I find it odd that sometimes they will want to stay in an hourly role as opposed to a management or leadership position. What do y’all think this is maybe not wanting r… more

Rain lashed the windows of my shop near Union Station. A man stood by the door, soaked and looking defeated. He wasn't browsing; he was just seeking shelter.
​I didn't ask if he needed help buying anything… more

I have been thinking about how weird it is that some coworkers take the job way more personally than they need to. Every small thing turns into a power move or a competition and it just makes everythi… more

Does your store have the buy online, pick up in-store option? We do, and foot traffic through the main aisles has never been lower than in the last year. How are you adapting displays to catch the att… more

More job ads list pay ranges now, but the range is huge. When you interview, do you push for the top of the range early or wait until an offer is made?

Does anyone here help with checkout? I'm in charge of manning the self-checkout area, and it's crazy how much petty theft happens. I usually let it go because I couldn't be bothered to get… more

Retail crime is at an all-time high in my district. For those of you in high-shrink areas, is the move toward 'locked cases' actually helping, or is it just killing the conversion rate?

I just applied for a job at a very nice restaurant not knowing what position was being offered as there was just a help wanted sign posted. My intention is to apply for a dishwasher position though. I… more

How much training do you think is actually reasonable to expect in your first week? I know every place is different, but I’m curious what others have experienced.

Sometimes it feels like you get a quic… more

I Have worked in retail for three years but due to personal issues i had to resign.
Now iam able to work but nothing is coming up.
surely companies must be hiring ?

Hi,
I’m exploring opportunities in the daycare and childcare field and would love to connect with professionals working in this area.

I’m interested in learning about the work environment, expectations, and growth … more

I was let go from my job after 18 years dueto restructuring . 6 years left to retire. Totally unexpected. Other manager only had 15 years in but I made more than him. So worried I won’t get another j… more

I have a coworker who acts like they are the smartest person in the room and somehow always talks down to everyone else. The problem is they mess things up constantly and leave other people to clean i… more

I've applied to so many jobs on these job sites and on the Jobs main site themselves. You would think with 20+ years experience as a Cashier, they'd take that into consideration.

Had an interview that went well and they asked for references right away. It has been a week with no update. Does asking for references usually mean an offer is close or not always?

Soooo why do companies set up interviews time day the whole thing even send a reminder and nooo one is available to do the interview on the day they set it up? So un professional in just saying not fa… more

I check the schedule app more often than I want to admit. Not because I’m excited — because I’m anxious. Did my hours change? Did I get cut again? It’s a weird way to live. Does anyone else feel this … more

What’s the difference between a résumé and a CV? I know the technical difference. The CV is a snapshot in summary but what is the importance of having this over a résumé?

Now that it’s slowed down a bit, I notice productivity dips also. What ways do you motivate your team to be productive in downtimes like this? I let my team take a breather and enjoy the downtime, but… more