I want to quit my job.

I recently started working at the Panera Bread on Coolidge. In fact, I’m sitting here right now after a particularly strenuous shift. And now, being a worker that has freshly entered the food service industry, I can confidently say that the everyday dynamics of this Panera Bread are sometimes so bizarre, it’s laughable. And these past few weeks, we’ve definitely discusssed entertainment in sarcasm extensively. Also, I’m unsure what to blog about. 

Every once in a while, I come across a particularly interesting order. 


For example: 

“Hi ma’am, welcome to Panera Bread! What can I get for you today?”


“Bagel. Pickles. Extra pickles.” 


“...Alright ma’am, is that all for today?”


“Pickles.”


“Yep, don’t worry I got you!”


“Did you get the pickles?” 


“Yes, ma’am.” 


“I really want pickles, can you put extra?” 


“Yep.”


Her first red flag that I should’ve detected is that she ordered pickles in a bagel. That is some interesting behavior in and of itself. I try not to judge however, and continued onwards, fighting against the urge to quit. 


After her order was ready, I took special care to ensure that her pickles were stacked up to heaven on her bagel. And took special care to give her two extra pickle sides. Like the thoughtful employee I am. And when I finally give her the plate, she leans in close to inspect her bagel like a meticulous detective, or Gordon Ramsay, like this was some great Michelin star restaurant. Additionally, picture me on the side, anxiously waiting for her approval so I can clock out. 


And she finally states, “I asked for pickled red onion. God, you guys are useless!”


"...."

".............................."

"Sorry, I must've misheard! I'll make that for you right now!"


Panera Bread Adventures.


Comments

  1. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2024 at 7:02 PM

    I like how you used sarcastic phrases like "that is some interesting behavior," to emphasize the ridiculousness of the situation.

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  2. Vanshika TalankiFebruary 25, 2024 at 7:14 PM

    I like how you connected a normal day at work to how we learned about sarcasm in class. Also the title is a really clever touch by writing it in parallel to the title I Want a Wife. This was a fun read!

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2024 at 8:39 PM

    I loved how you weaved humor into the piece to create sarcasm with the daily routines of life. It just goes to show how relatable many of these pieces are to our lives

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