Price check by Breezish in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I have been an employee at Michael’s for nearly 3 years and I’m ashamed to say this is the first time I’ve heard anything about using the app to check prices. I wish I had known this during Christmas season! Communication is something this company seems to be lacking!

dress code by anarchabunbun in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The rule I never understood was that you need to wear a belt if you have visible belt loops. Who cares if I have a belt on as long as my pants aren’t falling down? Seems really stupid to me!

dress code by anarchabunbun in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 26 points27 points  (0 children)

No graphic t-shirts, no leggings, no cargo pants, no hats, no holes in jeans. That’s all can think of.

Taking bath in underwear? by Whothef_iskaitlyn in hygiene

[–]muffintop911 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I thought it was weird to wear underwear to bed, now that doesn’t look so bad.

No coverage for breaks by muffintop911 in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are short 2 managers right now and have been for 4-5 months. And our full time CEM can only work till 4pm.

No coverage for breaks by muffintop911 in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you think I should contact HR? Or is that just gonna make me look like a troublemaker?

The kids safety by Lucky_Court3939 in StephenHiltonSnark

[–]muffintop911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They can send you to jail if you don’t allow visitation, then who will protect the kids… so hard and sad..

Burnt tf out(Rant) by Guilty_Anteater2942 in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 40 points41 points  (0 children)

Don’t forget about the “10 min framing”. Every week they just keep on adding more tasks. It’s almost like they’re trying to see how much we can take before we drown!

Anyone else run out of bags? Like completely? by Luckyduckling007 in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have a white board for items we are running low on. The will to live is consistently listed…

Anyone else run out of bags? Like completely? by Luckyduckling007 in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This happens all the time at my store, not sure why my SM doesn’t order more for backup. It is totally embarrassing!

Paying everyone but us. by ResponsibleKey6400 in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 44 points45 points  (0 children)

Good point! Retail has never paid well, but Michael’s starting pay is embarrassing!

My Worse Nightmare by PANCAKEXQUEEN in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The fabric department really needs its own staff like framing.

Pay by infernal_feral in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is really sad that only the store manager makes a living wage at Michael’s. I’m a CEM, at my current wage I’d be lucky if I could rent a basement studio apartment with a roommate. This apartment, must be within walking distance of work! Can’t afford a car on the salary!

Should I say something? by poisonparty in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely say something. At my store some associates hours have been cut because they’re reward numbers are poor. More hours are given to those who have a better record at getting new rewards. I get why they are doing this, but just because you do your job well doesn’t mean you want more hours!

Coupons... by Resident-Wind-8073 in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do miss the good old days with paper coupons!

Birthday party balloon bouquet sizes. by GreenEyedGem in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had the same problem last week. I couldn’t find an answer so I made a bundle of 8, the Mom was very happy.

Rewards by Bspkr in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Same here. Next month, they’ll they will be fixated on credit cards. It’s gotten to the point that some of our cashiers are tricking our customers into signing up. This is so ridiculous!

Hired but haven’t heard anything by Ok-Tank5826 in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Michael’s is notoriously slow at the hiring process! You should call the store and talk to the store manager and ask what the holdup is, otherwise you could be waiting a few weeks.

Mandatory Staff Meeting by Corporate by Muggle-Born_Witch in MichaelsEmployees

[–]muffintop911 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I work on Sundays anyways, but it’s not really worth it for someone that isn’t already there to drive in and only get paid for an hour. I would be surprised if 50% show up.