Can I quit my job like this?

Question

I hate the working environment of me job I started last week, there is swearing and other things I do not like. I am too scared to confront my manager to quit since he might make a big show out of it. I work tomorrow, Friday and Saturday, then all next week off, then back to work Saturday and Sunday. If I mail him a letter before I go to work Friday, he should get the letter by Tuesday, saying I quit effective immediately. Then he has 5 days to find a replacement for my shifts that weekend. That work?

I have gone in with a positive attitude and have tried hard for the last few days, but it gets ruined by the managers swearing, the other employees complaining, working a straight eight hours without a break, or that my job is boring.

I do not think finding a replacement is an issue, since I have just started all they have done is push me into the schedule where they could. If I walk off the job tomorrow they are in the same boat as they were before they hired me because they haven't changed the shifts of any of the other people, just pushed me in where they could.

Answer 1

It sounds like you need to mature a little and give it time.

You JUST started your job -- don't quit immediately. Stay at LEAST 6 months before you quit.

EVERY business is going to a hitch, and the more you think how terrible it is, the worse it IS going to be.

Go in with a positive attidue and see what happens.

**EDIT**

Discounting a job within a WEEK is immature and not even giving it a chance. There's going to be something miserable about every job you go through, and you can't just keep quitting.

Answer 2

It's time to start getting used to standing up for yourself.

If I were in your shoes here's what I'd do (and I'd have no problem with this either):

"Excuse me, Mr.Manager, but as much as I value my job here at XYZ, I'm having trouble adjusting to the hostile work environment (insert examples of what you mean here). Is anything going to be done to improve the working conditions here?"

If the answer is yes, the stick around and offer ideas on improving the work environment. If the answer is no, then say "Well, then I will unfortunately have to tender my resignation now." and give 2 weeks notice.

I strongly suggest you stay there at least 6 months otherwise you will get the reputation of a job hopper and people won't want to hire you. And who knows, you will probably adjust to the job and feel ok within the next few weeks anyway.

Good luck.

Answer 3

Here's the deal, you do not have to give him a reason for quitting. If you would like to use him as a reference, which only working there for a week I wouldn't, then you should give him some notice to find a replacement. However if you do not plan on giving him as a reference in the future, you can just call in and quit. The right thing to do would, in all honesty, be to give notice though. If you are feeling scared to confront your manager, I don't think it's the best place for you to be. As a manager, it't their duty to provide a friendly work environment. If he's not allowing that, then you don't owe him anything.

Answer 4

It seems like you're scared of your manager. Usually people give at least 2 weeks notice before their official date. If you don't need the money and don't need any referrals, then go ahead and quit immediately. You can just walk up to your manager and say "I quit" and leave. Your boss will most likely give you a call if you mail him a letter. This does not allow him 5 days to look for a replacement. It takes longer for an employer to find someone they like.

Answer 5

You can certainly deliver your resignation by mail, but why not just leave it for him Saturday when you end your shift? Since you just started the job, I'd mention that you didn't feel it was a good fit and you regret that it didn't work out. It's not likely that you've already become such a vital part of the team that your replacement couldn't be found quickly and perhaps he's thinking, "Geez, why'd I hire this guy - he really doesn't fit!"

Sneaking around mailing letters seems rather immature.

Answer 6

Dude hate to jump on the band wagon but this is a valuable lesson in life 101. If all they're doing is swearing........ thats nothing compared to some of the stuff I seen at my other jobs. Turn this into a positive. Use this as a chance to "toughen up" and see how not to act not only as a manager but in the workplace. If you ever become a manager or supervisor this could be a valuable learning tool for you!

P.S. This is all apart of the learning process in life. You'll be fine :)

Answer 7

I disagree with the first post. Don't stay in a job you hate, unless you were to starve and not be able to pay bills. If it makes you more comfortable to quit in writing, mail the letter Saturday, which the manager should get by Monday or Tuesday. You have a right to quit any way you like.

Good Luck :)

Answer 8

Sending a letter like that isn't much better than just not ever coming back. Talk to him personally, be an adult. Just tell him you can't take the swearing, and realize that it isn't going to change to suit you, so the best thing for everyone is for you to leave.

If he does make a scene, don't get excited. Pay close attention to every detail as it happens, because it'll be a funny story to tell your friends someday.

Answer 9

There is no reason to burn bridges if you've done a good job and its simply not a good fit. Speak to your manager honestly, simply tell him its not a good fit for you and give 2 weeks notice. You are well within the standard 30 day trial period so there shouldn't be a problem. Show that you are a stand up, mature, and responsible person even if your office environment is not.

Answer 10

if you want a good reference, you should really give two weeks. and doing it through a letter is a little sketchy. it looks like you're a weak person. if you have a problem with your work environment, just be honest. go to your manager tomorrow at the end of the day and explain why you just don't think you'll fit in there. be gracious and he will remain a good contact. if you mail him a letter and never even speak to him face-to-face about it, he'll think badly of you and you never know when you'll meet up with him again. don't burn your bridges for something like this.