For context, I have been in my industry (niche beverage) for 7 years. I quit a job in my small town I was at for over 3 years in November because I was burnt out and tired at how they treated COVID/poorly managed the place was. I was making decent tips that were a majority of my income.
In November, I was hired at another place in my small town for an even higher hourly rate and was told tips would be around what I told them I was making at my previous job. Part of what made this job appealing to me is that I’d be working full time, they offer health insurance (I currently have Medicaid) and offer a $750 cash bonus after 3 months.
Well, it’s been almost 3 months and I’m only getting ~20hr/wk- and get cut early & often so they can save money. “More hours are coming soon” is what I feel like I’m being constantly told. We’re always understaffed so my bosses save money. The insurance package is too expensive for me to have and afford my bills. And the kicker? My tips are shit. I’m barely surviving.
My bosses have come to me to train staff, create recipes, and consult them on menu prices. I don’t get compensated for my extra work, and now they’re making an even more obnoxious profit on their offerings, thanks to me.
This sub has been there to help me realize all of our labor is being exploited and I’m so sick and tired of it. I’m so ready to quit but am scared I will look like an asshole if I do it after I get my bonus in a few weeks. How can I do this professionally without burning bridges, should I even care?