Today, I was doing my first shift waitressing in a café. Not an hour in, I'd already spilt tea over somebody and dropped two whole meals. Looks like this won't last much longer. FML
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Halloween
A failed costume, stolen candy and a very real scare: Halloween, the one night when fear is allowed.
Today, I started my first day as a waitress. After getting my ass slapped, drinks and food spilled over me, and being tripped by a bratty kid, my tips were stolen. FML
Today, I was feeling sick but went into my waitressing job because I'd already missed 3 days this week. I was dizzy and managed to spill a tray of drinks all over the customers. Then, when their food was done, I tripped and spilled hot chili all over the man's lap. FML
Today, it was my first day at work as a waitress. The day ended with me owing my employers money, after I accidentally smashed an expensive bottle of wine on the floor. FML
Today, while working at the coffee shop, I had to empty the garbage cans. One of the bags gave way, and all the half-finished cups of coffee spilled all over my uniform. Most customers' orders cost more than I make per hour. FML
Today, it was my first day at a new job as a waitress for a wedding function centre. As I was opening the door to collect dirty plates from the guests, I bumped into a colleague carrying a tray full of full champagne glasses, all of which fell and smashed on the floor. FML
Today, as a restaurant hostess, I fell into the fountain at work while carrying a high chair in front of several large parties, who all promptly laughed at me. We were so busy, I had to stay and finish my shift soaking wet. FML
Today, while serving a line of ten customers by myself at the coffee shop I work at, I knocked over a cup of steaming hot milk and it went all over the coffee bar, espresso machine, floor, and myself. I then had to act like everything was fine and make a line of drinks with milk everywhere. FML
Today, it was my first day at work. They had me a large tray with lots of food on it, even after I told them I wasn’t comfortable carrying it. I hit the door on the way out of the kitchen, spilling everything on the tray, breaking two soup bowls and three salad plates. FML
Today, at my new job waitressing, I walked into a glass door at full speed while carrying a tray of drinks. Not only did I spill everything, but I also left a weird make up face print on the glass for everyone to laugh at. FML
Today, I went to get myself a latte to make myself feel better after having a bad day. As soon as I sat down to enjoy it, I spilled it all over myself, another customer, and the floor. FML
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DerrickJames 33
You have to crack a few eggs to make an omelette.
olpally 33
Probably one of the harder customer service jobs to do. just keep at it OP, we all have to start somewhere. Just fight through it.
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Comments (71)
randomblahh 10
spilled*? ... but that sucks
limabeans101029 21
'Spilt' is often used instead of 'spilled' in the UK, where OP is from. Just like how 'learnt' can be used instead of 'learned'.
chocolatelover96 14
Every job has a learning curve, just laugh it off and try again :)
melonscotch 14
I've done hat as well, serving really sucks when you first start. It's difficult to get the swing of things. It took me about a year to fully feel confident on the floor, been serving for about 5 years now. Good luck op, it gets better!
CaroAurelia 12
All employment contracts should give you a pass for seven ****-ups in your first week, because I think everyone screws up in their first week.
aahowell 15
I remember my first time waitressing, I messed up several orders but it gets better, I promise. Just try your hardest and let people know before hand that you're new at it and most will understand!:)
arrowgold 19
Maybe am your coworkers for a few tips on making it easier.
mishwarner 14
I did one day as a waitress. I check delivering drinks to the wrong table & getting change wrong using up all my trips in the process
guttedbrit 26
It's not an easy job, OP. You'll make a few mistakes but you've gotta have confidence in yourself, and if you enjoy it, then you know you'll get better with time and experience! :)
0rbit_ 1
First days are rough I've had my job as a waiter for a bit over a year and I was a mess when I started
cameron_g24 3
that stinks