Restaurants & Food Services

I have been searching for a job for about 2 months now and almost every job that I have applied for or did a couple of training days with have not hired me or have let me go after just two days of tra… more

Today I ate too much friend food and I’m getting some serious indigestion. I’m not that old but I’m not that young either… I’m like having a hard time at work but just grinding my teeth and getting th… more

What’s your policy on splitting tips with hosts or bussers? Our place just implemented a mandatory 10% split to hosts and people are heated. I don’t want to be stingy, but it also feels weird when som… more

Does anyone else feel weird when managers call you ‘family’ but still won’t approve a single day off without a guilt trip? I get that restaurants are close-knit, but if I’m family, why do I feel dispo… more

I never realized how much age plays into serving jobs. And how you look. I'm older yes I truly look younger.I was literally told tonight that I don't fit the look.HOWEVER I AM AN AMAZING SERVE… more

My son had a small accident at school and I had to leave to go and get him. Thankfully my work is pretty flexible, but I know some places would fire me. Is your restaurant flexible for parents?

One of my friends just found another job at a different restaurant and I’m happy for him. He had a terrible manager. I’m pretty happy in my job because my boss is so awesome, but that makes me complac… more

What’s the most ridiculous special request you’ve ever had from a guest? I once had someone ask if we could cook their steak in distilled water because it’s ‘healthier.’ I thought they were joking but… more

How do you handle it when ownership announces a “big rebrand” that basically just means more work and no more money? Ours rolled out new uniforms, new menu, and new hours and told us to “embrace chang… more

I have a friend who has been out of a job for over a year. I told him to just take ANY job but he only applies to GM roles. I told him to apply for a manager or even server job, but he refuses. I know… more

Just a heads up if anyone is applying to willow bend English muffin company. They are very nice group however the owner was not upfront about being paid monthly. How does anyone afford that. Be awar… more

I am wanting to get out of the restaurant industry but after 20 plus years I am finding it difficult to get an in anywhere else. I know a lot of my skills are transferable but I hope to maintain close… more

The other day, I must have slept funny, because since then, my neck has been hurting… doesn’t help that I have to run around in the restaurant, carrying heavy trays. Anyone have any good tricks to rel… more

Do you think you live paycheck to paycheck? I feel like as soon as my salary hits my bank account, all of it goes to my bills… I think I make an OK living as a restaurant manager, but I’m struggling. … more

What’s the most important skill you wish someone had taught you before you started in restaurants? For me, it’s learning how to advocate for myself like asking for raises, speaking up when something’s… more

I over see a company of 34 restaurant with 36 million in sale and over 600 team members.

Be honest, do you actually read the employee handbook or just sign it and forget it? Ours is 60 pages of outdated policies written by someone who clearly hasn’t worked a shift in years. But anytime th… more

Can a restaurant be open without hot water? Jusk asking for a friend of mine

How do you all handle burnout when you can’t afford to take time off? I’m working 50-55 hours a week right now, and even my days off feel like recovery mode. I can’t afford to drop shifts, but I also … more

Would you go back to a job if your former boss gaslighted you isn't there anymore,but the other manager you can't stand is still there? I was offered my old job back and asked to give the comp… more

We passed our health inspection this week but it was kind of stressful. We got unlucky this time and got a scary health inspector who is known to be really tough. 😵‍💫 thankfully she passed us with m… more

I just love when a manager loses it on people whenever things get stressful and if you don't like being the target of outright abuse then that same manager comes to the conclusion that YOU can't deal with… more

How often do you see young children glued to their phones/ipads during a meal? I understand how it keeps some children quiet out in public but it's kind of sad seeing families come out to eat and … more

I’ve been helping my restaurant coworker find another job closer to her home (she had to move with her husband). I’ve been helping her with interviews and she finally got a good job! Far better than t… more

Does anyone have any advice? I’m a first time manager I’ve only been doing it for a month now but I feel like I should just quit. My numbers have been great and my bosses love me but the crew seems to… more

I’m thinking about getting out of restaurants entirely and going into CPG or food product development. I’ve spent 12 years in kitchens and I love food, but I’m tired of the hours, the stress, and the … more

A few young kids came into our restaurant today and got a small order of takeout and paid with a debit card. They must have been pre-teen (10-12). It felt a bit young for someone to have a debit card… more

How do you handle it when coworkers call out constantly and you’re left picking up the slack? I don’t want to be the bitter one, but I’m tired of being the “reliable” one who always covers and stays l… more

If you're an experienced server or bartender, what makes you want to work somewhere aside from good pay? I want to attract the best talent, but my business is pretty new & small. I offer the m… more

Does anyone else feel like “chef-driven” menus are just code for “we’re going to change everything every week and never train you properly”? I’ve worked in a few places like this now, and it’s always … more

Are you a parent and how has that affected your work? I was just talking to a coworker and she is having a hard time as a new mom. It’s tough particularly in a restaurant environment - what sacrifices… more

Last night I didn’t sleep well. I had a disagreement with another manager about how to deal with empty beer bottles. He said we should just trash them. I said we should collect them and have them pick… more

If you had to choose between better pay, a shorter commute, or a healthier work culture, what would win? I’ve got two offers on the table, and each one’s missing something. How do you decide what matt… more

I would think the 20s and 50s would be checked with a marker beforehand so when people use it they can clearly see its valied currency and not fake. I was never taught what to look for and always left… more

Do you think it’s possible to work in restaurants and have a healthy relationship outside of work? I’m barely home, constantly exhausted, and I feel like I’m letting my partner down. How do you make i… more

I am looking for a career working in the kitchen away from the public being a baker's assistant or helper. I know that this type of work is hard on the body and I am willing to give it my all.
I ha… more

I dont only think but know that it’s time for me to leave this job. But I’m curious about what guys think about how I should leave this job. The situation and my options of leaving are in the comments… more

Would you ever go back to a place that burned you? I left a restaurant last year after a brutal falling-out with management... screaming matches, gaslighting, the works. Now they’ve cleaned house, bro… more