I loved the people I worked with and the job itself.
What I wish was different
I wish management would have been a bit more solid. It was difficult to work there when I never knew how my schedule would turn out or how long I’d be there.
Advice
Work in something you’re passionate about, not something to get you through life unless you need to.
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Server
May 2018 • Corpus Christi, TX
What I liked
I like that I have been able to interact with people from all different backgrounds.
What I wish was different
I wish it was a job related to my major, which is psychology.
Advice
I would recommend every college student to have a serving job at least once in their life. It gives you an open door to many opportunities based on the people you get to meet. Also teaches you a lot on patience.
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Waitress
July - September 2019 • Santa Maria, CA
What I liked
Flexible hours, good management and really good tips.
What I wish was different
Not much!
Advice
Having a good work ethic will help you a lot in life
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Server
August 2018 • Wichita, KS
What I liked
Flexible hours, sometimes the money is good.
What I wish was different
More consistent tips
Advice
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Waitress
May - August 2019 • Green Bay, WI
What I liked
I thought it was cool that I received tips based on how well I did my job.
What I wish was different
I wish that the scheduling was different. Some days I worked 12 hours, some days I worked 4.
Advice
Its a lot of work, but its fun most of the time.
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Server
March 2019 • Tulsa, OK
What I liked
The upbeat environment and new experience
What I wish was different
Advice
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Server
October 2016 • Brookfield, WI
What I liked
I really enjoyed the constant interaction with people, every table is different and its fun to experience so many different personalities.
What I wish was different
I wish I would have worked MORE but its summer and they're a lot of fun alternative things to do besides work
Advice
Being a server has brought me out of my shell as a person. I used to be shy and nervous to talk, now I can start a conversation with anyone, anywhere! My one piece of advice would be don't be afraid to explore something outside of your comfort zone.
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togo specialist
May 2018 • Tucson, AZ
What I liked
I liked it a lot. It was fairly easy, good pay, good hours, and with fun people.
What I wish was different
I wish my shoes were more comfortable because I was on them all day and they got sore.
Advice
Its actually a stressful job. A lot can be happening at one time and I wasn't prepared for the stress going into it.
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Server
January 2018 • Pueblo, CO
What I liked
I loved the staff and management team.
What I wish was different
Nothing, I really can’t complain
Advice
Learn to multitask. It will make your shift a lot easier if you learn how to multitask
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Line Cook
July 2017 • Flagstaff, AZ
What I liked
plenty of hours decent pay
What I wish was different
better management
Advice
being a chef isn't for everyone
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Server
July 2017 • Waldorf, MD
What I liked
My coworkers and work environment
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
You determine how much you make
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Restaurant Shift Leader
February 2017 • Johnson City, TN
What I liked
I love the people I work with. I also love the discounts on great food.
What I wish was different
I wish team members were mere involved in the hiring process.
Advice
Restaurant experience can be stressful.
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Restaurant Server
June 2017 - October 2019 • Mansfield, TX
What I liked
Flexible hours, great management team, decent pay
What I wish was different
Not sure.
Advice
Great place to work
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Restaurant Server
November 2017 • Tucson, AZ
What I liked
Serving and helping people of all backgrounds smile
What I wish was different
Management transition s have been frequent
Advice
It is what you make of it. If you love your job, you'll have fun. If you hate it, you'll be miserable.
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Server
May - August 2019 • Uniontown, PA
What I liked
The environment was very friendly and my coworkers were awesome!
What I wish was different
The summer season is kind of slow and I only make money from tips, so I wish it could’ve been busier
Advice
To always help out your coworkers.
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Restaurant Host/Hostess
April 2017 - July 2019 • Harrisonburg, VA
What I liked
I got to work with a wide variety of people and learned skills on how to effectively communicate and work as a team with people of all ages. I had a lot of variety in my job as well, as I worked both front of house and back of house.
What I wish was different
Management communication was sometimes an issue. Customers were often very critical.
Advice
Working at a restaurant is what you make of it. You can learn very important life skills that you wouldn't learn anywhere else.
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Server
May 2018 • Ann Arbor, MI
What I liked
Everyone is very nice and friendly. Managers and co-workers are helpful and willing to work with you. There’s not a lot of side work.
What I wish was different
Higher base pay
Advice
Work hard and smile and you’ll make good money.
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Restaurant Server
January 2019 • Terre Haute, IN
What I liked
The people
What I wish was different
I picked something towards my career
Advice
It’s good if you don’t mind people not tipping you half the time
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Server
May 2018 • San Jose, CA
What I liked
Serving was a really enjoyable job, especially at the beginning. It was really fun getting to talk to people all day and always being busy (it was always busy during the summer). I worked six days a week so the tips were pretty nice and I actually got to save up a good amount of money over the summer, which usually is kind of hard for me.
What I wish was different
I wish we had a specific end time. Being a server (at olive garden at least) they don't tell you the time you're off, they just let you know when you can leave at the end of the day.
Advice
Have fun, write everything down!
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Waitress
May 2019 • Onalaska, WI
What I liked
What I wish was different
Advice
It's requires a lot if patience time and hard work
