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I completely get it. The sad truth is a lot of employers still see foodservice as "low-skill" work because it’s been undervalued for so long. The perception is so outdated, people have no idea how much we juggle behind the scenes. You’re not just serving food; you’re managing chaos and keeping an operation running under pressure every single day. It’s real, demanding work, and it deserves a lot more respect.
I know right?? There is so much to do. It’s true, foodservice is incredibly demanding. Part of the problem is that many people underestimate the skill, pressure, and physical toll involved. Because it's seen as “unskilled” labor, employers often justify low pay, even though the work requires speed, endurance, and emotional control. Which is sad, for sure. Are you thinking in pivot to something else?
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It’s because people don’t want / can’t afford to pay more for their food. I think fine dining places you make more $ because the meal is more expensive, but those places are struggling right now because people are not doing well financially in general.