I liked answering questions that the customers had and providing them an excellent and happy experience. I often worked on custard and I loved making banana splits and making their sundaes look as great as possible.
What I wish was different
Sometimes customers attitudes aren't the nicest even when our involvement had nothing to do with it. Sometimes rude people would come in and order and take out their emotions on us.
Advice
Even if a customer takes out their feelings on you, always smile and try to make their day better. Always have a nice and understanding tone when a customer is upset and provide a solution if their order is wrong. Keep a positive attitude.
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Kitchen crew
April 2016 - September 2019 • Antioch, IL
What I liked
Crew and management are amazing and easy to work with. Can be fun
What I wish was different
Advice
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Team member
April 2017 - August 2019 • Elk River, MN
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Be patient, there’s going to be times when people test you but you have to stay calm in those situations. You’re going to have people you don’t like working with as much as others but still try and make the most of it. You’re also going to have customers that get on your nerves but just remember it’s only one shift and the next day will more than likely be better.
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Fast Food Worker
May - August 2019 • Wabash, IN
What I liked
The coworkers were all super friendly and we always had a fun time working.
What I wish was different
A few managers were young and immature sometimes they were not the best authority
Advice
To always stay positive because when you aren’t the people around you will adapt to negativity then it leads to a bad time
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Hospitality
August 2018 • Sturgis, MI
What I liked
I liked the people and how friendly everyone was. The staff was like a big family.
What I wish was different
I wish I had higher pay and had more hours and time to work.
Advice
Don't diss on fast-food workers because they work their butts off.
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Crew member
October 2018 • Warsaw, IN
What I liked
Co-workers, work environment, management
What I wish was different
N/A
Advice
Work had an be ambitious to learn more.
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Manager at Culvers
January 2017 • Fox Lake, IL
What I liked
I love the people that i work with and the people that i work for. I also love helping the guests as much as I can.
What I wish was different
I wish that I had worked towards a management position earlier on, although I am grateful for becoming a manager and taking on a larger responsibility.
Advice
I would say to not let other guests get under your skin and be able to not lose your cool when someone snaps at you or anything like that. Treat others like you want to be treated.
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Manager in Training
May 2016 • Jackson, MI
What I liked
I liked. Wing able to move up in my position. I am continuing to work throughout the school year.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have asked about training as a manager earlier, but I’m glad I inquired about it.
Advice
Don’t be afraid to ask for a promotion if you feel you are doing well. However if you are told no or not at the moment, ask what you can do to improve.
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Restaurant Shift Leader
July 2015 • Oak Creek, WI
What I liked
I like working in a fast pace environment as I can constantly improve on my work skills. I also enjoy working with the people as it's generally a good work environment. Starting off in the fast food industry has made me appreciative of the work that I do and for others when I go out as I also develop communication and people skills.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Crew Member
June 2016 • Marshfield, WI
What I liked
Coworkers are easy to get along with and make shifts seem to go by faster.
What I wish was different
Certain customers are a pain to deal with, but that's normal for food service jobs.
Advice
Foodservice and retail jobs are terrible but you have to start somewhere.
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Culvers Team Member
April - August 2018 • Clarkston, MI
What I liked
I liked it when pepole in the drive through had dogs with them.
What I wish was different
Advice
If you're going to work in Fast food, make sure you're prepared to tie your hair up, unless it's already short enough. It's not for everybody. Also be prepared to go fast.
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Crew Trainer
May 2019 • Saint Paul, MN
What I liked
Through my experience as a Crew Trainer, I liked how I was able to think about how I perform my typical duties by explaining them to others. Being a trainer has allowed me to reflect on what I have learned, what I remember, and how I can help others garner important skills for a given role.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have been able to train on more roles. My manager only put me on a few select ones, so it would have been nice to understand how I can train on more than just Guest Attendant or Cashier.
Advice
Any type of leadership role is great experience. Although I am a STEM Major, working as a trainer has allowed me to develop my leadership skills, which will be critical in any environment. Don't be afraid to branch out and work your way up the chain of command.
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Fast food
June - August 2019 • Atascosa, TX
What I liked
Flexible schedule
What I wish was different
Higher pay
Advice
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Cashier
August 2014 • Tinley Park, IL
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
Get an internship, so you don’t have to work minimum wage
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Restaurant Shift Leader
October 2016 • West Bend, WI
What I liked
It had lots of hours and I continue to learn how to lead a team.
What I wish was different
I wish there was more communication. That had been one skill I was trying to improve as a whole.
Advice
It is a great place to start a job as long as you are continuing to grow.
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Cashier
March - August 2019 • Blue Springs, MO
What I liked
I liked the flexibility of this job’s hours and being able to perform a variety of different roles while working there.
What I wish was different
Advice
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Senior Associate
April 2017 • Richmond, KY
What I liked
The environment is chill, with steady work flow.
What I wish was different
There is work drama that needs to be handled.
Advice
This is a good place to gain real work experience for high schoolers and young adults.
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Cashier
January - September 2019 • Cedar City, UT
What I liked
Nothing
What I wish was different
My time working there. Should've been shorter
Advice
Dont
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Team Member
June 2020 • Bloomington, IN
What I liked
Culver’s (and their franchisees in this case) is an excellent, inclusive company that treats their team members well. Their core values shine through in day-to-day operations and the managers genuinely care about delivering the value that Culver’s promises. Hours are very flexible and I had no problem getting time off or adjusting my schedule when necessary. Additionally, training was comprehensive and provided in depth knowledge of their processes so that everyone was well-prepared for their job. A great place to work, especially for college students looking to support themselves on a tight schedule.
What I wish was different
Advice
One piece of advice: Make sure you’re a people person! Culver’s heavily emphasizes hospitality, so be ready to interact with guests, ensure they have a great experience, and leave happy every time.
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team trainer
June 2019 • Eau Claire, WI
What I liked
I like how clean the establishment is. It's also nice because there are so many people to work with, and I like that there's always a manager on duty.
What I wish was different
I wish some of the managers were more friendly to their employees. Some are intimidating to talk to.
Advice
Being. dependable is a must! We're all about teamwork at Culvers
