Probationary Period Served

I showed up about an hour late to work at the Best Western after my truck ran out of gas.  The funny part was that it felt like nothing was out of the ordinary.  Like the breakfast room could run itself without me.

The next day, after finishing up the dishes, vacuuming the carpet & putting everything back the way it was, Anna called me into her office.  I figured she was mad that I was late to work & didn't call, but honestly I didn't really care anymore.  After refilling coffee & cleaning up splattered waffle batter for over three months, I was at my wits end when I stepped into her office.

"Hey Zach, I don't know if you've heard but, Teddy's friend is gonna take over in the breakfast room.  And, we've decided to move you back up to the front desk," she said.  

"So, you mean I'm done re-filling muffins & mixing waffle batter?" I asked.  

"Yep.  And, I got more good news," she said trying to hold back excitement.  "One of our drivers just put in his notice today.  Now, you can start driving the shuttle.  I want you to go with Zack on some runs so he can show you the ropes."

I just about jumped out of my seat to thank her & shake her hand.  Things were finally starting to turn out my new job & cruise ship (big tip) season was right around the corner.  That $1840 I needed to start Mad Munch would be in my pocket real soon!