Tell us a secret you know because of your work that others might not know
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I know it's being cheap as hell, but I don't care.
I'm not paying like $1.75 for a soda that costs them 10 cents.
and I don't have any secrets.. my only job has been landscaping, and I can't think of any "secrets" with that. :saddowns:
[QUOTE=JDK721;23617548]
and I don't have any secrets.. my only job has been landscaping, and I can't think of any "secrets" with that. :saddowns:[/QUOTE]
With that avatar I would think that "Sleeping with the house wife" would have come up.
[QUOTE=Mort and Charon;23597360]Probably the fact its easy to conceal a pistol so could be potentially more dangerous on the streets, so they only give it to officers. And what is gun crime like in Switzerland like if every man and his dog has a gun?[/QUOTE]
I'm pretty sure they have less homicides per capita than most industrialized countries, but gun crime makes up a higher percentage of their homicide rates. [i]I think...[/i]
These aren't really "secrets" but oh well
[U]Fun facts from a pizza delivery guy:[/U]
Our best tippers always get the best service, best food preperation and the best delivery times. If we are delivering multiple addresses in a single run, the poor tipper will ALWAYS be last, even if they are the closest to the store or were "first".
Simply put, if you don't tip, then you'll get bad service. What does that mean? For me, I'm not a fan of "revenge" so I don't do shit like spit in your food (no one at my store does either).
However, we'll take our time getting your pizza out the door. It only takes about 6.5-8 minutes (depending on how busy or complicated your order is) to cook a pizza and get it in a box. If we know you are a bad tipper, then your food takes much lower priority than say.. a pickup order coming out of the oven or an eat-in order that need to get cut.
Also, less care is taken in making sure your pizza actually looks good, less care is taken in making sure your order was completely right, and was cut properly if you don't tip or tip poor. And obviously, we don't bother speeding or taking shortcuts for deliveries that don't tip, unless we are busy in the store.
Here's a helpful list on what I consider a good tip:
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[*]$3+ is the minimum to be considered a good tipper, especially on orders less than $15.
[*]$2+ is mediocre. If your order is under $15, then I consider $2+ tip okay. It's not a great tip, but it's a decent one for the price of your food.
[*]$1 or less is pretty much considered a "stiff" universally, aka no tip.
[*]If your order is really complicated or more expensive than $25-$30, then 15% is the minimum to be considered a good tipper and be remembered as one. So don't feel good about tipping $3, if your order was $50 (this happens more than you would think).
[*]Our best tippers are always remembered, and our worst tippers are always remembered too. I've gotten $8 tips on $12 orders, which is a phenomially good tip. That person always gets the best service and highest priority over anyone else. Our $5 tippers are remembered as well.
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So basically if you are a good tipper, you'll realize that the "45-60 minute" delivery time that you were given as an estimate is more like "15-20 minutes"
From highest priority to lowest priority here is a list of those who get their pizzas the quickest and first when on delivery:
1. Highest tippers
2. If your address is close to the store
3. If you ordered first before the other orders in our run
4. If your address is far far from the store relative to other deliveries
5. Average/poor tippers
6. Remakes (if the remake was a good tipper then it gets #3 priority)
7. Stiffs (no tip/below $1)
As far as not tipping related things go in pizza delivery...
Often we don't bother using gloves when working with subs. They are a pain to get on and it's quicker to just wrap it up as is. If you tip good then I personally make sure to wear gloves (though its not like I have an assload of shit on my hands or anything anyways).
Often pieces of your pizza will get seperated when it's cut. We don't bother using the tongs to make sure the pizza looks orderly if this happens, we just use our hands. If you tip bad we don't even bother at all. If we can't find a missing piece (usually small corner pieces on square cut pizzas) then we just take one of the toppings and put them over that missing piece so it looks better.
Pickup orders are considered "neutral" parties. We generally make their pizzas look good since they are right there waiting to pick up their food and we want to avoid bitching. You also pretty much get the pizza right as it comes out of the oven. Not to mention you avoid the $2 store delivery charge. Speaking of which..
Most pizza places don't give the $2 delivery charge to the driver. Those that do, only give a portion. My pizza chain happens to give one of the highest (we get $1.50 per delivery, so about 3/4ths of that delivery charge goes to the driver to help pay for gas). I think Papa Johns only gives $0.75 to their drivers per delivery, but yet still charges $2 for delivery. Where does this go? To the store's pockets.
At our chain, if we mess up your order you can call us and we'll remake it and redelivery it for free assuming you have at least 75% of it remaining (we take your old pizza). We do NOT expect to get any kind of tip when delivering a remake, but you'll be remembered for it if you do ($1-$2 is acceptable).
[QUOTE=mikeyt493;23600150]I can't believe this man has almost 5x as many dumbs as he does agrees.
In the US, I've heard cases of people being refused life saving treatment because their insurance is literally just ONE FUCKING PENNY. below what is needed to cover it.
So, because of one tiny little penny, people have died. US healthcare is so fucked, it's disgusting. If you're even the tiniest bit below covering a life saving operation, you don't get it. And you die.[/QUOTE]
I don't even know where to begin with this.
1) It's not case[I]s[/I]. It's one case, and I know exactly which story you're talking about. [url]http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_15456976?source=pop[/url]
2) Underpay for something and you're not going to get what you're after. It's simple.
3) Why is she so special? If the company makes an exception for her, why not make an exception for everyone else?
4)"It's only a penny" could lead to "It's only 25c" to "It's only a dollar". It's a slope, and the companies don't want to start on it. Who decides when enough is enough?
5) The story was resolved and she got her coverage because the company's calculations were wrong and hers were right.
[QUOTE=Kingy_who;23612800]:downs: I knows lets give everyone free guns.[/QUOTE]
If everyone has guns, armed crimes tend to go down because not only the criminal has a gun, but [U][I]everyone[/I][/U] has a gun.
[QUOTE=SGTNAPALM;23620583]If everyone has guns, armed crimes tend to go down because not only the criminal has a gun, but [U][I]everyone[/I][/U] has a gun.[/QUOTE]
Shoot a guy then got shot by fifty of the guys and an old woman who were walking by.
[QUOTE=Kagrenak;23534273]Pharmaceutical companies aren't actually out to get you[/QUOTE]
Just my money.
[QUOTE=tehfrog;23584917]my dad used to work at a jewish deli. he worked there for a total. of 1 day.
why?
the manager/owner guy told him "if the customer doesnt finish their sandwich, take the cold cuts and pickles, cut off the bite marks, and put them back in their respected containers (pickle jars, cold cut bags)"
dont eat at jewish delis.
ever.
[B]EVER.[/B][/QUOTE]
Jewish economics at its best, no wonder they're rich
[QUOTE=Terragen;23572312]There was a story I heard around our area that someone went to Olive Garden and had the fettuccine Alfredo. Turns our she ended up getting Herpes and they tested the sauce and found over 7 different sets of semen in the sauce. Absolutely gross.[/QUOTE]
from maryland?
i heard that some thing while on the bus on day
it was a girl who rode our bus's cousin
also on the coke machines that have the bar that raise up to get your bottle of soda if you block the bar from coming down it will give you either your money back or a new soda then you have an extra soda
sadly i dont see these machines much now
I'mma gonna go buy something at Mcdonalds now
I work at a pc/apple repair shop.
A few tips and information for you all.
If you don't know anything about computers, don't pretend you do.
Don't tell us you talked to a computer "expert" and tell us what to fix on your broken computer. We will fix exactly what you tell us to fix, and chances are that will not fix the problem and we will charge you for it.
And apple fanboys don't try to tell us "My apple is awesome it was working fine until it didn't startup anymore." Yes MACs CAN get viruses, they can break, and yes if you didn't buy that extended warranty you are boned.
No data is safe, movies, pics, music. We see it all.
The better your attitude the more we want to help you, either in price or general help.
No antivirus will protect you from all viruses. "But I have Norton I shouldn't get viruses!" HAHAHAHAHA
And lastly if you have a downloading program(limewire, kazaa, etc.) and you have no idea what you're doing, you will get a virus.
Sorry I guess this turned out to be more of a rant.
I guess our biggest secret is we will find any movies on your hard drive, check your internet history, temp files, etc.
[QUOTE=JDK721;23617335]if you eat at Chipotle or any other place that has the soda machine accessible to everyone and not behind the counter, ask for a water cup (it's free) and then just go over and fill it up with soda.
at Chipotle, it saves you $1.50-$1.75
:smug:[/QUOTE]
Well this kind of goes for any restaurant really, if you ask them for a water they usually give you a cup for it.
[QUOTE=VagueWisdom;23648945]Well this kind of goes for any restaurant really, if you ask them for a water they usually give you a cup for it.[/QUOTE]
[quote]or any other place that has the soda machine accessible to everyone and not behind the counter[/quote]
[QUOTE=piranhamatt2;23638316]I'mma gonna go buy something at Mcdonalds now[/QUOTE]
It was tasty
Here is a hint noone in this thread seems to know: Food is fried/grilled for a reason, and it's not just so it's more edible and tastier.
[QUOTE=Lunakrypt;23648908]I work at a pc/apple repair shop.
A few tips and information for you all.
If you don't know anything about computers, don't pretend you do.
Don't tell us you talked to a computer "expert" and tell us what to fix on your broken computer. We will fix exactly what you tell us to fix, and chances are that will not fix the problem and we will charge you for it.
And apple fanboys don't try to tell us "My apple is awesome it was working fine until it didn't startup anymore." Yes MACs CAN get viruses, they can break, and yes if you didn't buy that extended warranty you are boned.
No data is safe, movies, pics, music. We see it all.
The better your attitude the more we want to help you, either in price or general help.
No antivirus will protect you from all viruses. "But I have Norton I shouldn't get viruses!" HAHAHAHAHA
And lastly if you have a downloading program(limewire, kazaa, etc.) and you have no idea what you're doing, you will get a virus.
Sorry I guess this turned out to be more of a rant.
I guess our biggest secret is we will find any movies on your hard drive, check your internet history, temp files, etc.[/QUOTE]
Don't listen to this guy. He is a nice guy. I wish all the tech guys were like him, infact - I wish EVERYONE was like him.
But chances are people will rip you off - so do act like you know your shit.
This is really random and common sense.
But if you really want to prevent yourself from sneezing (when you feel a sneeze coming on).
Put your tongue to the top of your mouth. There are two little holes there that you need to cover. If those holes are covered you'll have a hard time sneezing.
Also you feel like complete shit afterwards.
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Somewhat related:
Lesson 1: Naked Wife
A man is getting into the shower just as his wife is finishing up her shower when the doorbell rings. The wife quickly wraps herself in a towel and runs downstairs. When she opens the door, there stands Bob, the next door neighbor. Before she says a word, Bob says, “I’ll give you $800 to drop that towel.” After thinking for a moment, the woman drops her towel and stands naked in front of Bob.
After a few seconds, Bob hands her $800 dollars and leaves. The woman wraps back up in the towel and goes back upstairs. When she gets to the bathroom, her husband asks,…
“Who was that?” “It was Bob the next door neighbor,” she replies. “Great!” the husband says, “Did he say anything about the $800 he owes me?”
Moral of the story:
If you share critical information pertaining to credit and risk with your shareholders in time, you may be in a position to prevent avoidable exposure.
Lesson 2
A sales rep, an administration clerk, and the manager are walking to lunch when they find an antique oil lamp. They rub it and a Genie comes out. The Genie says, “I’ll give each of you just one wish” “Me first! Me first!” says the admin. clerk. “I want to be in the Bahamas, driving a speedboat, without a care in the world.” Poof! She’s gone. “Me next! Me next!” says the sales rep. “I want to be in Hawaii,relaxing on the beach with my personal masseuse, an endless supply of Pina Coladas and the love of my life.” Poof! He’s gone. “OK, you’re up,” the Genie says to the manager. The manager says, “I want those two back in the office after lunch.”
Moral of the story: Always let your boss have the first say.
Lesson 3
A priest offered a lift to a Nun. She got in and crossed her legs, forcing her gown to reveal a leg. The priest nearly had an accident. After controlling the car, he stealthily slid his hand up her leg. The nun said,”Father, remember Psalm 129?” The priest removed his hand. But,changing gears, he let his hand slide up her leg again. The nun once again said, “Father, remember Psalm 129?” The priest apologized “Sorry sister but the flesh is weak.” Arriving at the convent, the nun went on her way. On his arrival at the church, the priest rushed to look up Psalm 129. It said, “Go forth and seek, further up, you will find glory.”
Moral of the story: If you are not well informed in your job, you might miss a great opportunity.
Lesson 4
A crow was sitting on a tree, doing nothing all day. A rabbit asked him,”Can I also sit like you and do nothing all day long?” The crow answered: “Sure, why not.” So, the rabbit sat on the ground below the crow, and rested.
A fox jumped on the rabbit and ate it.
Moral of the story: To be sitting and doing nothing, you must be sitting very high up.
Lesson 5: Power of Charisma
A turkey was chatting with a bull “I would love to be able to get to the top of that tree,” sighed the turkey, but I haven’t got the energy.” “Well, why don’t you nibble on my droppings?” replied the bull. “They’re packed with nutrients.” The turkey pecked at a lump of dung and found that it gave him enough strength to reach the lowest branch of the tree. The next day, after eating some more dung, he reached the second branch. Finally after a fourth night, there he was proudly perched at the top of the tree. Soon he was spotted by a farmer, who shot the turkey out of the tree.
Moral of the story: Bullshit might get you to the top, but it wont keep you there.
Lesson 6
A little bird was flying south for the winter. It was so cold the bird froze and fell to the ground into a large field. While he was lying there, a cow came by and dropped some dung on him. As the frozen bird lay there in the pile of cow dung, he began to realize how warm he was. The dung was actually thawing him out! He lay there all warm and happy, and soon began to sing for joy. A passing cat heard the bird singing and came to investigate. Following the sound, the cat discovered the bird under the pile of cow dung, and promptly dug him out and ate him.
Moral of the story:
1. Not everyone who shits on you is your enemy
2. Not everyone who gets you out of shit is your friend
3. And when you’re in deep shit, it’s best to keep your mouth shut!
Could you give me a link to where you got those? I want more.
I want more as well. Those were actually very good to read.
I laughed at the priest one
The customer is always wrong. I have to steer around the wrongness to help them. If you're nice, I may just scan your stuff a little faster since you're one of the only nice people all day. If I don't smile and say "hello" it's probably I'm worn down from all the shit I get from customers, and I'm not a robot. Treat me like a human and you'll get treated the same way back!
Also, I used to know 2 people who worked for a certain delivery company at different times over the years. They both said that it's common to kick and drop boxes around the warehouse, and throw them around the truck. If your box arrives undamaged, thank your delivery person.
I work in a concession stand at the local pool and our fry container is covered in this green shit that is impossible to wipe out. No matter how hard I scrub the green grime just stares back at me.
Oh and our fry oven is from like the 1950s and we only clean it once a summer or never.
And try not to stand in the wet spots where you place your order...dozens of women, children, and men stand in it and drip water from their feet in it and form a huge puddle which I guess can cause foot fungus and put bacteria on your feet
If we serve you pizza really close to opening time its usually the bad pizza from yesterday(really easy to notice)that we have to sell. Fresh pizza is usually delivered around an hour after opening.
We store all our coke stuff in an old ladies room filled with dust, dirt, and lotsa other crap
The ice is probably dirty too, I should clean the ice scoop sometime soon
If you order a multiple snow-cones good chances are that I'm thinking of throwing the cash register at you since theyre such a bitch to make and can cause somewhat of a sticky mess.
I work at a car maintenance place, since, I can put my skills to use and get some more money for my 17 year old needs.
Let me tell you something, everyone is a good guy and does an honest days work. So next time you take your car in, and it isn't a chop shop, atleast say thank you and you appreciate the work they did.
[QUOTE=Strider_07;23600016]I have several friends who work in fast food, almost all of this shit doesn't happen.[/QUOTE]
Or maybe your friends don't want to share the stuff with you?
Protip: if you want quality food where you know what animals are inside your sandwich, go to a small cafe/restaraunt/bakery, the quality of produce is far better.
[QUOTE=npx190;23572592]SICK! That would explain why their corporation left the office next door to where I am. Something similar happened where I live, and they got arrested, because they traced the DNA. It doesn't help American Pie: Band Camp made this popular to do, but not one, not two, but 7?!
While American Pie is a movie, the only time I saw something like this really happen, but on screen was when Johnny Knoxville and the rest of the Jackass crew was in Russia, there was this hot blond nurse, he comes out, and throws his sticky human sauce to the screen, [/QUOTE]
Actually, I think Johnny said it was water.
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[QUOTE=Lunakrypt;23648908]
I guess our biggest secret is we will find any movies on your hard drive, check your internet history, temp files, etc.[/QUOTE]
Even with an iPod full restore? Without restoring from backup?
At Pizza Hut, dough is frozen solid. It's frozen into an already stretched pizza dough Never thawed from when it's made all the way until it's put in the oven. I frequently made pizza with dough that was 2-3 months old.
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