E. Paul H. 74
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Talk to your friends uncle and tell him your concerns. Be very upfront and also find out what his expectations are.
Visit the restaurant a few times while he is still around. Ask if you can work while he is still in town and meet the people you will be working with. This will give you an opportunity to make a decision based on your experience in that environment. Talk to a few employees, especially the ones that he trust the most and have been there the longest. Get a feel for the place from the workers vantage point.
Now, you did not say you would need to leave school so, I am going on the premise that this part-time job would not interfere with your studies too much.
If you choose this offer, you will need to know the other person that will be working the nights when you are not there. Who is the lead, the manager... or whatever position they hold. You will want them to mentor you while the owner is on holiday. You will need a relationship with that person that reflects mutual respect. You don't need to be in complete control, you just need to have a vested interest. Also you can't be in complete control when you are only working a few nights a week in an industry that is new to you... but you can be an influence for improvement without seeming like you know better that those around you. The employees can sabotage your efforts or make you look like a hero.
Be willing to do the grunt work and be a flunky to learn the business if this is your interest. This will go a long way toward being a leader... and not a boss. A leader says, "lets go" and a boss says, "you go".
A leader leads and empowers. A boss demands and thus needs to control.
Best to you. |
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redvelvetflames4ever
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I would say go for it. I am sure you would do a great job and not giving yourself enough credit for what you can more than likely handle. The problem I have is you are aware that staff steals. If the owner hasn't done anything about these people it may very well fall on your head and he can pass the buck to you for this illegal activity. I wouldn't do it unless I can fire those people and start with a clean staff that I can oversee and ensure they are not dipping into the owners pocket. |
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ther'es alot more to resteraunts that just money balance. it involves health and safety standards, fire standards, Employee liabilities, ..
A crap load of things to know to handle a day as a manager |
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Haplo
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I wouldn't. There is a chance it can ruin your friendship. Never do business with family or friends. It usually always ends badly. There is a chance the current staff can steal more money and make it seem like you did it. also you should focus on finishing your last semester.
You will get more opportunities in the future.
good luck,
Ali |
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steve.c_50
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Sounds to me like he can not manage the business himself, and he expects you to. (?) I'd let this one go. |
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cryptoknight
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Well the smartest thing to do, is to take the job. But before you do tell your Uncle to buy some hidden cameras, and not tell the staff. Whoever steals will be caught on the camera, and then your uncle could sue and fire the staff. |
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No, stick to your university studies. If you get tangled up in that mess, somebody may accuse you of stealing. Then you get a record, then you will have trouble getting a real job. Just call a temp agency and do collections work on auto's or mortgages, fun work, and you help people catch up on their bills. Pay would be about 13-15 hr. Good luck. |
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Orion777
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If he has unreliable staff and you do not have restaurant experience, you might want to politely say no. The negatives outweigh the positive (in my humble opinion). |
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HCB
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If you think you can juggle your studies with that, then do it. It might not be easy, but the experience will be invaluable. Plus, it'd look pretty good on your resume.
The guy two posts above me has a good point, but your friend's uncle seems to trust you enough for him to let you handle this job for him. Have some confidence, and give it a try.
Also... Who told you about the unreliable staff? Have a talk with him/her, and try to find out who are the responsible and *not* unreliable ones. Then establish rapport with them (although time is rather short to do so), and perhaps they can keep an eye on things for you as well, and inform you if anything is amiss.
If possible, have your friend hang around the restaurant a bit too, so at least he can back you up at the end of the day. |
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MPatrinos
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Your first stop would be to speak openly and honestly with the owner. Ask him directly what his expectations are and how much authority you will have. Ensure this is also communicated to the staff.
Don't be afraid of responsibility and/or authority.
Sounds to me like it would be excellent experience. Why not ask to work there as a waiter before he leaves to gain experience of the operation? |
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coolbreezex3
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think that is a tough decision. when money goes missing everyone is a suspect until you find the culprit. with you being family, the others may want to use you as a scapegoat. and then you also have to consider family turmoil. good luck with your decision. |
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Vanessa :)
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Talk to others about his staff. I would take the chance, because even if it doesn't go well, you can always learn something from it. Good luck. |
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tink
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you should try it, it may be a great opp. for you and you will be able to learn from it.... |
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jimbo_thedude
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I would do it, perhaps you could see these people doing the deed and have a cause for this bloke to sack them, else its good experience. |
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Terry Yucky
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yes |
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Mark S
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1 in every 3 restaurants close. So, Research, research, research. It is not wise to go into the food business unprepared. Go on-line or to the library to learn all you can about the industry.
Take the job, do your best - your looking at about 90 hrs a week. Forget about having fun outside this responsibility for a long time. Then you will find success. |
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billy b
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no. too much responsibility especially when there are thieves |
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smudgey
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Hello, this does not sound to good, How can you manage a job like this if you are only there for 2 nights a week.
Also his staff know how to work the system to there advantage and you do not know the job, the staff, the industry or this man's business, I am sorry to say but this could do you more harm then good, try and work there before he goes away you will get a better feeling for the job and know if its the right thing to do or not. best wishes |
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Flying Sky Broom Riding Witch
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Take the job and arrest those theives you catch stealing. |
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kev l
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well if you are in charge do what ever it takes you are the boss |
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Laiping
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I would focus on finishing my final university year first. It does not sound like a great opportunity. You are not loosing anything by saying 'no'. Greater and better things will come after your graduation. |
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Squirt
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I do not think you should because you should finish what you are getting educated for. I am 23 and have almost the exact same problem. My dad is going away for his anniversary and want me to watch his shop for 2 weeks. I have to work every night but gets high paid. I am going to Marshall to be a CSI and is in my second from last stage from getting that job. That is my dream career!!! I would not do it honey!!! You have your own problems. it must be hard for you to say no but sometimes you have to do what you have to do even if it is for YOUR good.... good luck sweetie... |
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