Being a server involves interacting with many different customers. Some are nice, making the job easier, while others can really test a server’s patience. A TikTok creator recently shared some of the oddest comments she’s received while working in a restaurant. Her stories include a man making a strange remark about her looks and customers expressing dislike for canned soda, resonating with viewers online. One commenter expressed sympathy, saying that being a woman can be tiring.
In one video that gained 2.1 million views, the TikToker, known as elliesdose.ofasmr, described an uncomfortable moment when a customer asked if she had to be 21 to serve him wine. When she informed him that servers could serve drinks at age 16, he asked if she was 16 as well. Ellie clarified that she was actually 18. She mentioned that the man looked at her chest multiple times and then said he would have been interested in her if she were in high school. This comment, among others, became a point of discussion for viewers, with many feeling it was inappropriate since she was working.
Another viewer shared a similar experience, expressing surprise at how often older men ask about their age. A different commenter noted that if an older woman made similar comments to a young man, it would likely not be discussed in the same way.
Ellie also recounted a situation where customers inquired about soda from a fountain machine. After telling them that the restaurant only offered canned soda, they called the canned option “tacky.” Ellie found this confusing, as the sealed cans are often more hygienic compared to fountain drinks, which can be hard to clean.
Her insights prompted others in the food service industry to share their own thoughts. One person emphasized how unsanitary soda machines can be, while another reinforced Ellie’s point about the cleanliness issue.
In her last story, Ellie talked about how the restaurant had a limited menu that changed weekly and featured side dishes that were not always available.
What are some unusual comments or requests you’ve experienced at work?
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Source: Bored Panda, by Dinara Luz