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| Management You can never deal with management, only tolerate. Punctuality It’s worth turning up for work on time occasionally. If you arrive before the store opens, don't expect to be let in. Management aren't that efficient. Lateness If you’re late, don’t tell anyone, if they notice just make up some excuse. Sickness Remember to contact a member of management as soon as possible in the morning, this gives them more time to whinge, and allows you to go back to sleep quickly. The key is to ring up as soon as you wake up, that way your tiredness will make you sound ill. Staff Room The staff room is an integral part of your day, use this room to take long breaks, skive off work and sleep. Try to keep this room tidy as much as possible, otherwise management will draw up what they call a "Cleaning Rota" which you may notice never, ever contains their names on it. Drinks Machine A good staff room should contain a drinks machine, allowing you to quench your thirst and lubricate that dry throat, obtained from having to explain simple things to simple customers. Fridge Most staff rooms will contain a fridge. You'll find most fridge's have a fault somewhere, many won't have a light, some won't actually refridgerate. The staff fridge will usually contain management's shopping and/or bottles of milk over 2 years old. Uniform It's sometimes worth wearing regulation uniform when you start your job, just to make a good impression. After a short period of time however, you'll notice most staff tend to wear whatever they want. Adjust your wardrobe as necessary. Do wear suitable footwear, preferably something sturdy, so when you're stamping on an annoying customers head, you don't damage your shoes. |
