I started working at a fast food restaurant about a week ago. At the same time I applied for this job, I applied for a lifeguarding job as well, which I was more interested in. After starting the fast food job, the lifguarding job called me and hired me. I would rather have that one, but I have only worked at the fast food restaurant a few days; I haven't even finished my training yet. I really don't want to keep the fast food job, but I feel terrible for quitting so early. What should I do?
2007-06-02 03:19:25 · 9 answers · asked by kminnick76 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
Often times fast food chains have a high turn over rate because they know that the majority of their workers will not stay in the job long term. So don't be afraid to tell them you found another job and want to resign from your position. They still have tons of applications and people are always looking for a job, so they have a good candidate pool still available to them when you leave. Just simply go to the restaurant and let the manager know you will not be continuing you training. Thank them for the opportuntity and enjoy your new and exciting position as a lifeguard! Hope that helps
2007-06-02 03:25:27 · answer #1 · answered by Yo 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Whoever said "quit" is giving you TERRIBLE advice. Avoid doing what "they're used to". You're a responsible person and you'll show your boss that not all kids are irresponsible.
I congratulate you. You get MAJOR points for asking the question and understanding that it's worth thinking about and doing the right thing. This attitude - it's called integrity and it's the most important trait an individual can posess - will help you, your future employers, your future family and anyone you come in contact ALWAYS.
As for the job, the lifeguarding job is probably temporary so what do you plan to do when that job's not available after the swimming season? Also, the fast food job probably has evening hours so it may be possible to do both. I'm almost sure that they would allow you to work a few hours a couple of times a week at the fast food if some larger number of hours wasn't already part of your agreement with the fast food place. You didn't say how many hours you might be required to work at the lifeguarding. If possible, stay with the fast food place now that you've accepted but try to minimize your hours at THAT job. That might enable you to take the lifeguarding job, too. Fast food jobs are not glamorous but they can be fun and you'd meet twice as many new friends.
Talk with the manager as soon as possible and show him/her that you're concerned about your committment. You'll become a shining star in their eyes and after it's all over, it might also earn you a nice recommendation in any future situations (jobs, colleges, etc).
I DO suggest that you not work too many hours. You need to have enough time to have fun.
Good luck!
2007-06-02 03:45:50 · answer #2 · answered by K In the House 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the lifegaurding job QUICK before it goes away, and don't give it a second thought. Employers are well aware that when they hire people there are a certain percentage who, due to the timing of job offers, are going to get pulled away by something better. You may not be invited back to work at this fast food restaurant in the Fall but, you know, there's no shortage of fast food restaurants to work in.
Ask yourself this - if the restaurants sales slow down in the afternoon are they going to take your needs into account before sending you home? No. They're going to take care of themselves and in today's world you need to do the same.
Don't give it a second thought.
2007-06-02 03:28:56 · answer #3 · answered by Key 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Quit. If it's fast food, they should be used to it. Just explain your situation to the manager of the fast food place. Give two weeks, if you'd like, and let your lifeguard job know what's up.
2007-06-02 03:26:02 · answer #4 · answered by Min02 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The good way to leave a job would be to put your 2 weeks notice in, but that means you'll be there for another 2 weeks. There's really no other way to leave "politely". You can though just say that this job isn't working out for you and that you would like to quit, and say it as nicely as you can to them, that would get you out of there faster instead of putting your 2 weeks notice in.
2016-05-19 03:06:26 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Think of it this way. If you quit now they've only put a couple of shifts into training you. If you quit later they'll have spent more money. Explain what happened. They'll appreciate your candor and that you saved them them some time.
2007-06-02 05:11:53 · answer #6 · answered by pag2809 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
go to the manager and tell them the job is not working for you and that you are quitting. I'm sure they will understand and be appreciated that you told them this instead of just not showing up for work.
2007-06-02 03:25:00 · answer #7 · answered by george 2 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
see if can do both,if you need the money.if not choose the one your going to to like in the long run.good luck
2007-06-02 03:25:57 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its ok to quit, man.. tell them that another job has called you.. thats it..
2007-06-05 05:20:46 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋