Why do all job postings have this line? Who the FLIP “thrives” being overloaded with work? Usually followed by an abysmally low pay range.
I mean sure, you want to have enough to do so you're not bored, but this seems to be code for “we're going to work you to the bone for as little pay as we can get away with.”
Other laughable lines:
1) “Must be passionate about customer service” (for a retail cashier job).
Hahaha, news flash! NOBODY working in retail for minimum wage is “passionate” about serving customers. We all know that customers can be rude, entitled, and demanding, and even when they are not, it's a very boring job. The very most an employer seeking to hire a cashier can expect is a decent work ethic, reliability, and an ability to deal with people. “Passionate” about dealing with the general public is a big ask and someone who really is passionate should be in sales, with a hefty commission.
2) “Flexible scheduling”:
Means YOU, the worker, must be flexible, and available to drop whatever you're doing on your scheduled day off to come in on short notice.
3) “Junior (insert job title) – entry level. Must have degree in (name of degree in related field) and 3-5 years' experience.”
Well then. If you need 3-5 years' experience, it's not “entry level” now, is it? If I had that experience, it means I already “entered” 3-5 years ago.
Please add your own in the comments.