12 Signs You Work In The Restaurant Biz
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12 Signs You Work In The Restaurant Biz

Thank God for good coworkers.

Sheridan Vance
Jul 12, 2017
Anderson University
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12 Signs You Work In The Restaurant Biz
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Of all the different types of relationships out there, coworker relationships are especially unique. I'm not talking about romantic relationships amongst co-workers; I'm talking about the special bond between you and another individual sharing the same agony over the seemingly never-ending workload.

Granted, there are some great and not so great coworkers out there. For those of us lucky enough to have a good crew to work with, it makes the job easier and even fun! Here are 11 things only co-workers in the restaurant business can relate to.

1. When you spot the Big Tipper

You know the customer. You know the customer very well. This is the customer that always leaves a huge tip, and you'll be damned if you don't get to this customer first.

2. When a coworker shares the tip with everyone

Yes, girl, yes!

3. When you have to wash that one dirty dish everyone hates

Nobody wants to wash this dish. But it has to be done. It's always the last one in the sink, but it's got to be done.

4. When you get to know the regulars

When you get to make The Regulars' their order, you finally feel like a real worker at the restaurant. You get bonus points if you remember their order the next time they come in.

5. When you have a rude customer

All of a sudden your inner Bon Qui Qui comes out. "We got a complicated order!"

6. Trying to find the right music to listen to while working

Rap? Country? Indie? Folk? All at once? No.

7. When you find the right playlist to listen to

FINALLY! A playlist everyone likes!

8. Throwing napkin folding parties

When the restaurant is dead, the crew has a napkin folding and stocking party. Turn up!

9. When you work with a different crew

Who are you?!

10. When you get a rush of customers

I'll get to you as soon as I take care of the 30 other customers ahead of you. I promise!

11. Reading your coworkers' minds

*Nods head* Three sweet teas, two decaf cappuccinos, one hazelnut, one caramel, and a cinnamon roll? Got it! *nods head*

12. When you close the restaurant and go home

Later, losers. See ya tomorrow night to do this all over again.

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