I just recently obtained a second job (part-time, retail). I have only been there less than 2 weeks, put simply I just don't feel like working there ( miss my free time). I do have a full-time job so there are no money worries, what I would like to know is how should I let them know I would like to quit. Call them or speak to them in person. I know it's standard to give a 2 weeks notice, but I've haven't been there that long. Any suggestion would be helpful.
2007-01-19 11:30:07 · 9 answers · asked by rexy 3 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Yes, it would be standard to give them a 2 weeks notice in writing. If you've started to make friends or have any friends that work there with you and your boss knows that you're friends, you'd probably want to do the good thing, so your boss doesn't start asking your friends where you are. It also gives them time to find someone to cover for you or replace you.
But, if you really don't like the job and you don't know that many people and you don't feel guilty about it, then just call and tell your boss that you're not coming in anymore. If they ask why, tell them why... if it's part-time, retail, it'll suck for them for a week or two, but they'll get over it soon... that's the way retail goes.
2007-01-19 11:39:21 · answer #1 · answered by Paris P 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would go in and talk to your part-time boss and explain to him that you no longer can work there. I would also have it in writing for there records. Finally, I would offer to work 2 weeks if they still needed me to fill in until they either had a replacement or the 2 weeks was up.
2007-01-19 11:40:06 · answer #2 · answered by andy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You miss your free time and that's your reason for quitting?
Why exactly did you start this position- and waste your employer's time- anyway?
Written notice is appropriate, ALWAYS. In person. Two weeks notice is always appropriate as well. Remember they need time to hire the new candidate, even if you were short-lived.
2007-01-19 11:37:36 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should talk to the manager when you arrive for your next shift, and offer to work out that day's shift, or even a few days after that- complete the week at the most.
2007-01-19 11:38:31 · answer #4 · answered by Sabine É 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The right way is to write a letter of resignation, talk to the person who hired you & give them the letter. Two weeks notice is the generally acceptable time.
If you don't write the letter, they'll ask you to "put it in writing" anyway.
2007-01-19 11:38:25 · answer #5 · answered by r p 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would ask them what they would like for you to do so they can replace you before you walk. If it's reasonable go their way for a good reference. Otherwise just walk when you get paid.
2007-01-19 11:39:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them you are quitting. Aren't you still in your trial period? In that case you can quit without notice. In Holland you can quit anytime as long as you are in your trial period. (usually one or two months I think)
2007-01-19 11:38:37 · answer #7 · answered by chocolatebunny 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
simply tell them--you are unable to continue working and would like to stop. a week is prob enough time....
they may not even ask you to stay that week..
2007-01-19 11:34:11 · answer #8 · answered by cork 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
since it's retail and the holidays and returns period is over...they should be fine if you jump ship....you may have to give them a couple days...but they should be fine with it.
2007-01-19 11:43:45 · answer #9 · answered by ~*common sense*~ 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋