Although serving food has its many downs, it does indeed have its fair share of ups. After all, why would we do it if it was pure torture. So, another survivor tip to remember while being a server in the food industry is that you are not alone! Your coworkers are your allies and your friends. Maybe not all of them ( of course ) but, it is helpful to find at least one or two people to be friendly with. It makes the job that much more fulfilling. Even if a table makes you feel like crap, you and your friends can talk shit and you can all scoff together and discuss it when they leave the table. And of course, if/when you get a shitty tip you can all reflect on what you learned from that experience, how you can do better next time and of course, if you in fact did your job right, then you all can reflect on how rude those people are for not leaving anything.
A great, fun and easy way to survive as a server is to try and enjoy the people around you. Manager's coworkers people in the kitchen and bussers alike. now, it is possible to be in an environment where the managers all suck, don't care and whack. Just as it is possible that you have coworkers who totally suck. Maybe then, do not work there an now, it is possible to be in an environment where the managers called suck, don't care and whack and busy as him. Just as it is possible that you have coworkers who totally suck. My advice to you in this situation is: DO NOT WORK THERE. you don't need that kind of negativity in your life anyway. If the customers give you shit and your coworker suck that leaves you unhappy and miserable while you're clocked it. But, let's say the guests give you shit and your coworkers have your back… It's not so bad then. You can share a good laugh in between taking orders refilling waters. so remember, it is not all bad in serving and opportunities to make new friends make good money and make great experiences all you have to do is have a positive outlook and keep in mind that your coworkers are your friends. Your coworkers can laugh with you and suffer with you. There is no reason to be miserable in the work place! Especially when you are bringing people the joy of eating! :)
Sunday, July 10, 2016
To Think About When You're Clocking Out
In working within the food industry these are all very crucial things to keep in mind. There will be days when you wonder why you ever decided to become a server and then there will be days when you will find yourself pouring a glass of water for somebody and feeling good about it. but every day is a day where you will find yourself extremely happy with the fact that you are able to provide food for your family, pay your bills and comfortably go out to dinner every once in a while. There are so many other jobs in this world, even within the food industry, but there's something about being a server that is just so very respectable. Not to say that a serving position is any better than being a smoothie maker at Jamba Juice, because when it comes down to it we are all working with the public. Which brings me to another point about how to get by being a server without losing hope and humanity: just remember that the public is unpredictable and you don't know their story. That will help you keep your mind at ease. Maybe they had a terrible experience at the front desk and waited over an hour over, just to come to the table and find it dirty. You just don't know.
Now, not only is it our job to greet you and bring you food, it is our job to give you a good experience while you are dining out. This is probably the most underappreciated aspect of being a server. When people go out they do not realize that I am not here for my health. I am here to make money and get by just like everybody else. It doesn't matter whether you are working at Denny's or at the nicest five-star restaurant in Los Angeles, your job is the same! Greet people with a smile, put in the order correctly, refill their drinks and make sure they are having a good time. Of course, it goes without saying that, again, no matter if you are working at a one-star restaurant or The Cheesecake Factory in San Francisco, all servers expect and hope for a decent tip. So, if I leave you with any departing words, please just know that I am someone's daughter, sister, friend and a hard-working student. The same goes for all of the servers you have had and will ever have in your life. They are there for a reason. Don't forget that.
Now, not only is it our job to greet you and bring you food, it is our job to give you a good experience while you are dining out. This is probably the most underappreciated aspect of being a server. When people go out they do not realize that I am not here for my health. I am here to make money and get by just like everybody else. It doesn't matter whether you are working at Denny's or at the nicest five-star restaurant in Los Angeles, your job is the same! Greet people with a smile, put in the order correctly, refill their drinks and make sure they are having a good time. Of course, it goes without saying that, again, no matter if you are working at a one-star restaurant or The Cheesecake Factory in San Francisco, all servers expect and hope for a decent tip. So, if I leave you with any departing words, please just know that I am someone's daughter, sister, friend and a hard-working student. The same goes for all of the servers you have had and will ever have in your life. They are there for a reason. Don't forget that.
Remember the Good!
Although serving food has its many downs, it does indeed have its fair share of ups. After all, why would we do it if it was pure torture. So, another survivor tip to remember while being a server in the food industry is that you are not alone! Your coworkers are your allies and your friends. Maybe not all of them ( of course ) but, it is helpful to find at least one or two people to be friendly with. It makes the job that much more fulfilling. Even if a table makes you feel like crap, you and your friends can talk shit and you can all scoff together and discuss it when they leave the table. And of course, if/when you get a shitty tip you can all reflect on what you learned from that experience, how you can do better next time and of course, if you in fact did your job right, then you all can reflect on how rude those people are for not leaving anything.
A great, fun and easy way to survive as a server is to try and enjoy the people around you. Managers, coworkers, people in the kitchen and bussers alike. Now, it is possible to be in an environment where the managers all suck, don't care and lack enthusiasm. Just as it is possible that you have coworkers who totally suck. My advice to you in this situation is: DO NOT WORK THERE. You do not need that kind of negativity in your life anyway. If the customers give you shit and your coworkers suck that leaves you unhappy and miserable while you're clocked it. But, let's say the guests give you shit and your coworkers have your back… it's not so bad then. You can share a good laugh in between taking orders, running food and refilling waters. So remember, it is not all bad to be in the serving industry. There are plenty of opportunities to make new friends, make good money and make great experiences. All you have to do is have a positive outlook and keep in mind that your coworkers are your friends! They are totally there working their ass off to pay their bills just like you! You can all laugh and suffer together. There is no reason to be miserable in the work place! Especially when you are bringing people the joy of eating! :)
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