Retail & Hospitality Compensation

Does anybody deal with a colleague that is a know it all? I recently got switched to a new department at my workplace and one colleague decided to teach me some information that I already know. It’s a… more

Merry Christmas, all. One more shift (for most of us) and a day off that I think we all badly need. Unfortunately, that is all that some of us will get until mid January. Definitely stressful times… more

It feels like the harder I try to build up savings, the more it thins out. I'm considering getting a financial planner or advisor, but that's more money spent. I used to think buying a house w… more

How big of a salary jump would make you seriously consider relocating for a new job? Between cost of living, family, and lifestyle, it's rarely just about the number. what would make it worth it f… more

I'm probably going to have to work well into my senior years because I still don't feel financially safe. Does anyone else feel that way? I'm envious of people who get to retire in their 4… more

I just did my last shift before my holiday break which I need badly. I noticed my stores had been a little slow and I haven’t seen that much customers compared to last year. Do you think people are bo… more

I am envious of people who can resist themselves to keep their vacation time saved until the end of the year because I always use them in summers because I am more of a summer vacation person. Do you… more

How do you handle working with new coworkers that only talk about sports 24/7? It’s literally the highlight of my day if someone diverts attention to “what should I have for lunch?” I’m not trying to … more

Coworker brags about never taking PTO and working through illness. Manager praises this behavior. I take my vacation days and sick days and apparently I'm 'not dedicated enough.' Are we re… more

How do you politely let a colleague know that they rely on you a bit too much and that you can’t always help? One of my colleagues stays active on Teams all day and messages me constantly with very sm… more

I have so many work tasks that I have to do before the holiday is over and I’m overwhelmed with the amount of work that they are given me. I honestly feel like it’s not right to have all these task du… more

So, LinkedIn has jumped onto the Spotify "Wrapped"/year in review bandwagon. I am probably fortunately that I wasn't able to find it, it sounds like it's only available in their app… more

I'm in my 90-day probation and terrified of every small mistake. My manager says 'relax, you're doing fine,' but also 'we're evaluating fit.' I can't relax when my job … more

I worked at Macy's for 3 years in a month you can't imagine the abuse the disrespectful the backstabbing the sabotaging smear campaign the head games gaslighting manipulating judgmental discri… more

What is something that you learned this year about yourself in the workplace? I learned I can lead a large team that can perform daily task that I create for them to implement into the company and the… more

I really wish our department had a more structured and supportive training program for new hires. When I joined a few months ago, it felt like we were fully prepared. However, once we started working with clients… more

We just had our holiday party this afternoon, and the food and drink was sponsored by our store. It was a pretty great spread, and there were these amazing vegan cupcakes that apparently cost $350 acc… more

Just got promoted to manager level, but the pay bump is an actual insult. It’s strange trying to stay motivated and “act like management” when the financial reality doesn’t match the expectations or t… more

I don't get paid nearly enough to listen to all this Christmas music for two months straight. I know we do it for the customers, but I swear the customers don't want it either. I can tell just… more

If someone offered you the exact same job at a different company for 30% more money, would you take it? I'm asking because I have that offer and the guilt of leaving is competing with the relief o… more

I’ve been working with my comfort quite some time now and they are finally giving us a 3% raises every year starting next year. I wish they would’ve done it a couple years ago but I am grateful. Does … more

Why do we have to pay tax on extra bonuses? My company offers a $500 referral bonus if a friend joins and stays for at least six months. I was excited to see it added to my paycheck, but after taxes, it was only … more

What would it take for you to report unethical behavior if you knew it would probably cost you your job? I'm watching something happen that's wrong but not illegal. Where's the line betwee… more

My paycheck usually gets generated on Tuesdays, and even though I know it’s going to be the same, I still check it. After that, I tell my husband how much I’m getting this pay period, and then he shar… more

In the last 5 months, I've stepped into so many roles because we were full of new hires, and there was no option but to take their responsibilities on my shoulders and get the ball rolling. Would … more

A coworker asked me what I make, and then looked like he was very offended. He's been working at the store for way longer than I have, and this is my first job. I'm worried he will put up a fi… more

I’m just sitting here waiting on hopefully someone let me be interviewed filling out these applications and no call back for me this crazy

I am in my first year working retail and would like to move on from just working the till. I am good at my job and I'm glad I have it, but I would like a little more fulfillment. How did you move … more

I tend to get my bonuses at the end of the year and I ended up spending it for my essential needs. I would love to save it but it’s hard around the holidays. Do you save your bonuses or do you spend i… more

I currently have 1,287 unread emails in my inbox. I have been so swamped and tired with all the requests around the holiday period. For those of you who are actually able to keep up with it, how do yo… more

Does anybody know a place that’s hiring asap in the restaurant field looking for 24/ hr and up. Thanks for yall help in advance 😁😁😁

This year was a great year for my company finically . We ended up all getting 3% raises, bonuses, and more vacation/sick time off. I’m so happy because we worked hard this year. What are your accompli… more

I am really excited about my compensation this year as the management announced that we will get about $3k this year. I hope everyone got something this year. Did anyone else get some nice bonus?

Is anyone else seeing wide pay gaps between front-of-house and back-of-house staff lately? I manage a mid-size restaurant and our cooks are asking for more, fairly so, but corporate hasn’t adjusted ra… more

How has working in retail and hospitality affected your body?

Positives: I'm much more fit and my core feels stronger, and I get most of my daily steps/workout in without having to go to the gym.

Cons: my body… more

Does anyone else feel like applying for a job SHOULD be a job or is it just me?

They told me this role would be '70% strategy, 30% execution.' Reality is 90% putting out fires and 10% wondering when I'll get to do the strategic work I was hired for. Was I sold a fanta… more

If your company guaranteed you a promotion and bonuses every year but didn’t fall through with their plan would you stay or leave? I have one friend that has been with her company for over 4 years and… more

I've always assumed mentors should be older than me... and that has been the case for the most part.

When you are looking at mentors, what do you look for? Has their personal life ever played a role in whether… more

Does everyone have plans for this holiday season? Are you working through it, or taking some time off to enjoy the festivities? I always like asking my colleagues and friends about their plans because… more