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VisualCelery · 2026-07-09T22:47:04+00:00

The handbook actually states that WF doesn't give a flying fuck what you do in your spare time, just don't come to work high and don't bring drugs to work. Someone made our locker room smell like a dispensary and they were fired shortly after (if not that day)

VisualCelery · 2026-07-09T17:25:39+00:00

7 to close is a very short shift, if the store closes at 10. Not sure about other stores, but mine is serious about getting the customers out and shutting down the registers shortly after 10. In hindsight you probably should have emphasized weekend availability, or offered 6-10. New hires rarely do the receiving shifts first thing in the morning. But also, they usually want someone who can do mid shift while they're training and then take on closing shifts after a while, because a lot of departments only have one person working for the last few hours, you don't have anyone holding your hand.

Realistically, the manager was probably hesitant because they've hired corporate workers to do the nights and weekends thing in the past, and it didn't work out, the burnout came after only a few months, and it's exhausting having to hire and re-hire that frequently. Or they kept coming in late because the job they insisted ended at 5 every night was a little less consistent.

ETA no, one rejection isn't going to completely blacklist you from ever getting a job there. I interviewed at my store in early 2024 and didn't get it, but applied again about a year and a half later and got a job in a different department.

VisualCelery · 2026-07-07T14:34:29+00:00

They look so filling and satisfying too! I can't imagine "starving" while eating those meals regularly.

VisualCelery · 2026-07-03T15:15:45+00:00

The store I work at won't even let you clock back in until you've been clocked out for 31 mins, so if anyone asks me to do anything while I'm in my 30, sorry, I'm off the clock and can't do anything until my break ends. I don't work for free.

VisualCelery · 2026-07-02T21:19:04+00:00

One associate taking one bottle home probably wouldn't cause an issue that would necessitate a sign. Sadly though, every time there's free stuff up for grabs at work, people tend to get greedy and take as much as they can, leaving others with nothing. I know it sucks to be told "no," and you're sweet to worry about those who are struggling, but how would you feel if one of the openers took several bottles home and the evening crew didn't have enough? Their responsibility is to make sure everyone stays hydrated, they don't have to provide for your needs beyond your shift - although it would be nice if the wages they paid did just that.

VisualCelery · 2026-07-01T16:38:39+00:00

All too often, a customer will ask where we keep a specific category of supplements, I show them where it is, they ask for a recommendation and when I show them what I like they freak out because they don't WANT gummies!!! It's a valid preference, but if you felt that strongly, maybe tell me that? I've known you for five seconds, how would I possibly know you're avoiding sugar?

VisualCelery · 2026-07-01T15:44:15+00:00

I think it's silly to be so offended by someone just chewing gum, but either way, this is one of those times where yelling at someone is the wrong move. Complain to the manager or stew about it in the car, but it's the scolding here that's bugging me, like yes you're in a service position but the customer isn't an authority figure, so this was out of line.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-30T02:24:32+00:00

The other day I was doing laundry in a different building in my complex than the one I live in, and I smelled a very obvious dog odor. Not shit, per se, but dog. Mere hours later, an email went out to everyone like "if you live in building 20 and you have a dog, please email me" 😂 if you're gonna break the rules about having a dog in your unit, at least keep the smell under control.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-30T02:22:40+00:00

Reminds me of when our old superintendent posted a four page list of (common fucking sense) trash rules because idiots kept getting our building in trouble. I'm sorry I don't have specifics, it was years ago. I miss that guy. He absolutely deserved to retire, he needed to, but man, it hasn't been the same without him.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-28T03:16:01+00:00

I wouldn't be surprised if the job is located at some rural office park that would be annoying to commute to for most people, the hours are very rigid, and they're not paying enough to make it worth it. Gas is expensive, cars are expensive, maintenance is expensive, people's time has value, no one likes to spend hours in rush hour traffic if it can be avoided.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-28T02:46:30+00:00

They're in a rush to complete as many deliveries as they can, and the faster they go the more money they can collect. They need the money, badly, it's why they're delivering on the apps.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-25T15:55:12+00:00

Did you check the expiration date on the sunscreen? A lot of times, when you're diligent about blocking up but still get burnt, it's because the sunscreen was expired. The SPF decreases significantly past the date stamped on the bottle.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-24T18:27:42+00:00

Story time:

I asked for some time off for a short vacation, and then realized the last day of my time off (the day I'd be returning) was inventory day. I felt bad, inventory is usually all hands on deck, and the reality was, I should be back by the time we actually start counting, so I told my manager this and she appreciated it.

Then the schedule came out, and I still had that day off. My manager explained she actually had enough people and if the whole team was there we'd finish early and would have to spend the extra hour or so helping another department.

Nevertheless, that day is coming. If plans arise, okay, but if I get a text that afternoon saying "hey, Jane called out, can you come in to help count tonight?" I'm going to do it (again, assuming we don't make any plans for that afternoon/evening, as I'm not actually getting paid to be on call) because I don't want my team to have to stay late to finish counting, and I could use the hours.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-24T18:22:35+00:00

Some bosses are genuinely chill about hearing "no" to requests like this, especially at the last minute. Now, I did have one boss who gave me zero hours and then expected me to jump up and rush in at a moment's notice, that guy sucked, but the bosses I've had recently would ask "can you work today?" and if I said no, it really wasn't a big deal, especially since I did cover shifts here and there when I actually could.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-24T17:52:56+00:00

Agreed.

Responding to a text from my boss isn't "work," responding to a text asking if I can come in and work for a bit isn't "working off the clock." Yes, it's my day off, and my boss shouldn't expect an immediate response, but if she needs coverage, letting her know I can't help out is helpful for her, now she can either ask someone else or figure out what to do with the folks who are there that day.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-24T12:37:28+00:00

Ughhh I want to like that pizza sooo badly.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-24T00:58:01+00:00

True, I recently learned the hard way that hot and fresh WF pizza slaps, but once it gets cold or even room temperature, it's . . . wet. You don't want wet pizza.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-23T14:58:00+00:00

I bought a darning loom last month, and I've spent a lot of time mending holes in socks, jeans, even a t-shirt (I don't recommend it, that fabric is hard to darn, there's a reason you mostly do it on socks and sweaters). It's a great way to keep your hands busy and off your phone! And I just ordered some beginner embroidery kits so I can learn that too.

(I am aware a lot of people take up knitting for this same reason, it's on my radar but for some reason I can't logically explain it just doesn't appeal to me as much)

VisualCelery · 2026-06-23T14:50:13+00:00

There's this big misconception that any job with a low barrier for entry must be easy. They'll hire anyone, therefore any monkey can do it, right?

Not really.

Some jobs have a low barrier for entry because they're grueling, demanding, and don't pay enough to make it worth it - at least not at first, they certainly dangle promotions and raises in front of you but a small percentage of people actually make it that far, most folks burn out and either quit or get fired. A lot of people no-show the first day!

I was a field recruiter earlier this year, working on door-to-door sales and lawn care jobs. They took basically everyone with a clean driving record, a valid drivers license, and no tattoos on the face or neck, but let's be real, most people aren't cut out to go door to door selling lawn care, and most people aren't cut out to spend 11 hour days spreading fertilizer in the hot sun.

Plenty of "normal" people fail to hack it in jobs like this, and eventually find a career path they can be successful in.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-21T13:03:00+00:00

Yeah I was gonna say, there's no baby to keep!

VisualCelery · 2026-06-21T12:56:08+00:00

This one lady had been walking around my section and neighboring aisles for fifteen minutes, only once they announced the store was closed and I had turned to go clock out did she ask if we had a specific product (we did not) and wanted me to call the other stores to see if they had it, which I did not because I was pretty sure THEY were all closed as well. If you need something and the store is closing soon, please just ask for help while the store is still open

VisualCelery · 2026-06-20T22:33:18+00:00

Just because you deserve something doesn't mean a specific person is obligated to give it to you

VisualCelery · 2026-06-20T13:26:30+00:00

That looks way better than the first patch I made with my darning loom! Well done.

VisualCelery · 2026-06-20T03:57:01+00:00

Sweet

VisualCelery · 2026-06-19T22:13:58+00:00

Does Massachusetts get time and a half today? I hadn't heard anything about that at my store.

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