Kyle was a wonderful employee. He had a lot of experience and was a hard and honest worker. After I left the restaurant, I asked him for a favor, help with some furniture, he said no. Once I figured out he had unfriended me on facebook, I understood we were severing all ties. I was sad. I had enjoyed our chats and wanted them to continue. However, I also knew it was best because he needed to be loyal to his new boss, Pierre. I had no intention of discussing the restaurant or pumping Kyle for information, but I also felt Pierre would never believe that and I didn’t want to compromise Kyle’s job. So no more communication with Kyle.
Much to my surprise, a few weeks later I got a text from Kyle. I was much less surprised when I figured out he needed something from me. Isn’t that how it always goes! They had waited until they were almost out of food before trying to place an order with Sysco. I think they waited because they were planning on changing the menu. I would probably do the same. BUT, because they didn’t feel the need to do turnover with me they didn’t realize they had no account with Sysco. I had used my personal credit to open our account, so Sysco recommended that I close my account before I left the restaurant. I did. The restaurant was in a bad way because it takes a few days to set up credit and get your first order from Sysco. Kyle wanted me to allow them to order using my account. I said no. That’s what happens when you think you’re too smart for turnover and you sever all ties. I had no job and no income. If they decided not to pay, I would be liable for their purchase. Not gonna happen.
Even if I never see or hear from Kyle again, he will always be my friend. And the best employee I ever had.
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