“Think About How I Feel”: Employee’s Told To Clock Out When Work Is Slow, Boss Expects Compassion

For many workers, slow days at work can be a blessing and a curse. On one hand, you get to enjoy a slower pace, usually meaning less stress, but on the other – it’s often when time seems to stand completely still. That is until your boss comes along and gives you something to do, bidding farewell to that brief moment of peace.

This redditor was no exception, as they, too, were told that there is always something to do in the restaurant they were working at. But that wasn’t the main problem; what seemingly bothered the cook even more was the fact that they were asked to clock out when things got slow. Scroll down to find the full story below.

Restaurant workers often have to operate in a fast-paced environment

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But when things get slow, some people—like this cook—might be asked to carry out different tasks or even clock out altogether

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Fellow netizens shared their thoughts in the comments, the OP replied to some of them

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