The job is very flexible with school, I’ve been there for a number of years so I definitely know I’m an asset to the workplace.
What I wish was different
Holidays and certain weekends are hard to get off.
Advice
Restaurant jobs aren’t a permanent thing
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Server
May 2019 • Coralville, IA
What I liked
The work environment
What I wish was different
Nothing
Advice
It takes a good memory and being able to work in a fast paced environment.
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Server
January 2013 • Appleton, WI
What I liked
I liked the flexibility with hours and times of when I can work. They allowed me to switch my schedule depending on what my school hours were.
What I wish was different
Nothing the managers were understanding and the staff is like a family.
Advice
I would share that if you want an easy job that you get cash everyday this is it. When you're here you're family.
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Food server
September 2016 • Logan, UT
What I liked
-management is helpful, flexible, and kind
-great job for students
What I wish was different
-more praise for good work
-higher hourly for servers
Advice
If you do well in a fast-paced environment, this is a great place to be. A fun, close-knit group of people.
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Server
June 2019 • Bend, OR
What I liked
flexible schedule, great pay when you factor in tips, great coworkers, fun environment to work in
What I wish was different
Advice
Become friends with your coworkers! It makes going to work so much more enjoyable
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Restaurant Host/Hostess
September 2018 • Morrow, GA
What I liked
I like that they treated me as family.
What I wish was different
I don't think anything should be different.
Advice
This was and still is a great experience .
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Server
May 2018 • Westbury, NY
What I liked
The atmosphere and how my co-workers worked together to help the restaurant run smoothly.
What I wish was different
The motivation of some individuals and the operating system.
Advice
It’s a great place to work especially for college students if you are looking for customer service skills
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Server
May 2019 • Madison, TN
What I liked
I love the money I make from tips and the people there.
What I wish was different
I wish I had less hours so that I could still enjoy my summer.
Advice
I would say to be happy and excited about the job to get the most out of the experience.
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Waitress
May 2019 • Waxahachie, TX
What I liked
I love working with my team at Olive Garden, it is truly a family at work. I have made so many friends that are so willing to help me if anyone is in need.
What I wish was different
I wish I had joined the Olive Garden team sooner!
Advice
Waitressing is a lot of hard work and it isn't for everyone. BUT if you were to serve, you should serve at Olive Garden.
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Restaurant Host/Hostess
April 2018 • Bridgewater Township, NJ
What I liked
I like the feeling of working with your co-workers as a team. When we're busy it becomes challenging to figure out the most efficient seating arrangements but the problem-solving aspect is what keeps the job fun. I also really like how a lot of my co-workers are close to my age because it allowed me to meet so many new friends.
What I wish was different
More flexibility with scheduling.
Advice
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Dining Room Host/Hostess
January 2018 • Danvers, MA
What I liked
Pay was good and lots of opportunities to make money.
What I wish was different
It can be hard when you get stuck closing all the time or if someone else calls out and you have to change your whole day.
Advice
Definitely be prepared for long shifts and lots of feet pain.
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Server
September 2018 • Manassas, VA
What I liked
How everyone I worked with was friendly
What I wish was different
Managers showing favoritism
Advice
Nothing
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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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Server
March 2019 • Ann Arbor, MI
What I liked
Money is good
What I wish was different
I wish people were nicer
Advice
Don’t be a server
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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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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
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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 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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Server
March 2019 • Tulsa, OK
What I liked
The upbeat environment and new experience
What I wish was different
Advice
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Prep cook
February - June 2019 • Queen Creek, AZ
What I liked
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.
