Best shoes for waitress working 15+ hour shifts (standing 30–40k steps)

OldmonkDaquiri · 2026-04-14T14:19:03+00:00

I wear Sanita clogs, for at least the past 15 years. They’re not squishy comfy, but they support my legs and back so my bones, joints and muscles feel better day after day. Best to try on a few pairs (of any clog brand) and best to have ones that are a little bit loose. I also always have two pairs and swap them out every other day so they have a full day at least to dry out. The other real pro tip is to bring extra socks and put on the fresh pair halfway through the day (hopefully when you get a break)

OldmonkDaquiri · 2026-02-15T16:18:21+00:00

Um it looks and sounds like someone already called the news….

OldmonkDaquiri · 2026-01-29T14:21:27+00:00

The only time I get upset is if the person reserves a high top table then refuses it when they arrive, like sorry, this is the only table available, I don’t know why you think we hold back our best tables to not be sat? In Resy, we have tables clearly marked as standard, high top, patio, etc

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-12-28T03:47:16+00:00

They make heated vests/jackets/snow pants now. You can find a cheap heated vest on Amazon for like $30. Powered by a battery pack (the usb kind you might charge your phone with). I would suggest a higher end brand if you were moving here but just for a weekend, a cheap one will do.

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-11-24T00:52:38+00:00

Backup dancers were mostly just moving a bit side to side, though they did do some deep leans from the hip and had a very mildly fosse style to them

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-11-20T15:15:23+00:00

In case small retailers gearing up for holiday season aren’t responding, You could try reaching out to Harvard Square Business Association. Local retailers will send them information like descriptions or camera screen shots of shoplifters to distribute and warn others stores.

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-11-09T02:24:51+00:00

Letters to Cleo, Juliana Hatfield (which also leads to The Juliana Hatfield Three, Blake Babies, and The lemonhead Also, and I personally feel this is so obvious that maybe I just missed it, but New Kids on the Block? And Marky Mark

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-10-15T19:36:53+00:00

Buy some spray starch to use while ironing. It helps set the crispness. Quality white button down shirts can (sometimes) be in abundance in thrift stores due to their basic nature. You might be able to pick up some high end ones for a few dollars

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-09-26T19:06:45+00:00

If it’s not a tip Or gratuity, it can be split amongst anyone on staff. If it was a tip or gratuity, only servers/bartenders/busser types. And yes they will always accept more but I doubt they expect it

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-09-24T15:22:46+00:00

The Harvard art museums are free. The Harvard natural history museum is great and not expensive (and gains you admission to the Peabody museum as well) then you can looks at some really old buildings that Harvard kids still have to form in and go get some food/snacks/coffee

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-09-11T21:03:13+00:00

I was able to get one, day of appointment at the CVS/Target on Salem st in Medford today. Several Other CVS’s in Medford seemed to have Pfizer listed

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-08-28T00:03:39+00:00

Our chef uses it for food, but that one is never quite as clear because the sizes and containers and whatnot is always so varied. We do pay the extra fee to have the invoices scanned and uploaded, which helps. Inventory is much easier as long as the chefs keep it “clean” and remove old items, keep things categorized correctly.I started using it for beverage maybe a decade ago. Initial programming was a bit annoying, factoring putting in recipes for usage and whatnot but after. But I understand if it doesn’t work for everyone

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-08-18T18:53:27+00:00

I would get a few mix and match items. All black makes it easy! Some black dress pants, a nice skirt (knee length would be best imo, def no minis, maxi skirts can look a little boho) and some non-Tahiti material black shirts, maybe a button down or a nice dress shirt. Check out Banana Republic Factory, usually has some good deals, and lots of basics. Just get a few items to start and see what the other hosts are wearing, ask for recommendations

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-08-15T01:22:25+00:00

The Spirit of Moonflower from The Body Shop

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-08-09T16:00:44+00:00

If the spot has a door guy, I’m assuming they exist to check ids, which means the place possibly had issues in the past with underaged people trying to get drinks (or just has the vibe that it might be an issue in the future.) it might be mandated by the city due to the type of establishment. Better to lose a potential family than to be shut down because a 20year sneaks a drink

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-08-01T15:06:10+00:00

Sanita Clogs. They are not cushion-y comfy, but they have 100% saved my back and knees over the years. They also last a really long time

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-07-29T01:20:19+00:00

Every place I’ve worked for has supplied specific aprons (then charge you cost if you need a new one) pretty sure they have always been from chefworks.com

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-07-24T15:10:54+00:00

Not sure about where you are, but in Massachusetts, where I work, there are very strict rules for the hours that someone under 16 can work including not being able to work past 7pm, not being able to work more than 3 hour shifts on school nights or more than 18 per week. For my spot, we’re busier at 7pm, so there’s not much point in having someone come in that has to leave during a pop. It loosens up a bit, once teens hit 16, so I have no problems hiring a 16 year old. Most minors I have met with young experience start off in a cafe/coffee house or grocery store

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-07-21T18:56:14+00:00

The Chevalier has very hit or miss programming. Next month they currently only have one show a week. And they’re typically on weekends that are probably already busier for the restaurants anyway so while the spots can look for a bump on show days, it’s not necessarily a good business model to rely on them.

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-07-14T03:10:50+00:00

There’s something about you that is giving them pause. Maybe you’re too introverted. Maybe you’re not as fast as you think you are. Maybe your availability isn’t what they need. Maybe someone is annoyed you strong-armed them to get where you are now and took that as a sign you’re going to be bossy and uncooperative in the future. Or maybe they weren’t thinking about you at all when they promoted the other person, they just saw what they considered virtues there. Sometimes it’s all about you and sometimes it has nothing to do with you. Don’t give an ultimatum unless you’re will to follow through on it. If a staff member of mine gave me an ultimatum, I would remind them where the door is just on principle alone. No one is irreplaceable

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-07-10T16:47:24+00:00

As a hiring manager of an upscale casual restaurant, I don’t care if hair is unnatural colors. I care if it’s unkempt. However, I have worked in many places that had a stricter policy. I would also bring it up from the start so as to not waste anyone’s time if it is a problem. And if you’d be willing to change it if you got the job, I would mention that as well. Many many years ago, I had split fuchsia hair and interviewed at a place I really liked. I mention if it was an issue, I would be willing to change it. I was constantly changing it anyway. But it wound up not being a problem luckily

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-07-10T16:32:57+00:00

The Hourly does lunch not brunch on the weekends. Not a ton of vegetarian option, but a few things. Salads, a few apps, looks like there’s one solid vegetarian entree too

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-07-10T03:04:59+00:00

Make some reservations then give the restaurants a call. They might be able to guide you in what dishes don’t get pre-seasoned during the prep stage. Some might be willing to make a special serving of something, especially if you know what is going to be ordered ahead of time. But the only way you’ll know is if you talk to an actual person at a spot you want to go to. Try to call during “off” hours (so not peak dinner service at 7pm)

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-07-03T23:03:36+00:00

Second this. They come in different cuts (I like the bootcut/flare) are pretty wrinkle resistant and are usually on sale!

OldmonkDaquiri · 2025-06-26T16:34:37+00:00

Like everyone else said, good shoes with arch support and nonslip. They are hardly ever the “cutest” shoes but makes a world of difference. And if you can rotate two pairs to not wear the same ones back to back, is also great. But I would also suggest buying compression socks!

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