Not recommended - werkgeversreview Cafe Attendant bij Main Event

2,0
12 mrt 2018
Aanbevelen
Goedkeuring directeur
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Pluspunten

-Discounts on bowling, laser tag, and food. - The only place that I have ever worked that allowed non-servers to collect tips.

Minpunten

-Poor, hateful management - only discounts on certain food - If you are an employee and come with family and friends to have fun they will treat you differently than a guest. For instance, one time the kitchen messed up an order. They would not "waste" time fixing it because as an employee, he was "low priority" even though he and his friends were paying. -Managers are required to do many actions on a register like a refund, employee discount, etc. However, are never around to help. - When they are around, many are very hateful and not helpful. -employees not treated fairly. There is favoritism. i.e one manager would make some employee meals completely free while the rest of us got 50% off (if we were allowed a break) - I was almost never given a break no matter if I worked 4, 6, 8, or 9 hours. - One day when I asked for a break, I was told, "you can go on one when we slow down." After it got slow, then I was told, "You can't take a break now. You need to stock and prepare for the next rush." I went an eight-hour shift that day with no break, and that was not the only time. When school started they drastically cut all hours, making employees extremely competitive and "backstabby" towards each other in order to earn extra hours by impressing managers. - They will tell you that you are scheduled for 11 or 12, but do not expect to leave until 2 or 3 on some nights. - Employees are NOT allowed to bring in outside food for their break. However, it takes managers an extremely long time to come to La Bellas in order to give an employee discount.

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Thank you for your review. We appreciate you sharing this information. We will forward this to appropriate teams to make sure communication is clear regarding all employee discounts. We value our teammates at our centers. We want you to feel valued by your managers. We know that you all are the reason for our success. We want to ensure all employees' experiences are positive and fair. We will look into all the information presented in your review.

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5,0
27 mei 2026
Aanbevelen
Goedkeuring directeur
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Pluspunten

Friendly co workers and lively environment

Minpunten

Pay and structure could have been better

4,0
29 jan 2026
Anonieme werknemer
Aanbevelen
Goedkeuring directeur
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Pluspunten

Hands-On Event Experience You coordinate logistics, vendors, and client needs — real-world event management skills. Great for building project management and organizational skills. Customer Service & Communication Skills Constant interaction with clients, teams, and vendors sharpens interpersonal and problem-solving skills. You learn to handle complaints diplomatically and resolve conflicts quickly. Teamwork and Leadership Opportunities High-paced environment fosters collaboration. Opportunities to train or mentor newer staff if you take initiative. Exposure to Sales and Marketing Tracking client bookings, promotions, and upsells gives insight into how events drive revenue. Hands-on experience with systems like Salesforce can boost resume credibility. Flexible Scheduling Often allows students or part-time staff to work evenings, weekends, or seasonal shifts.

Minpunten

High-Stress Environment Events can be chaotic, especially large-scale ones with last-minute changes. Pressure to satisfy clients while managing staff can be intense. Repetitive or Entry-Level Tasks Many tasks (setup, cleanup, check-ins) can feel routine and physically demanding. Limited strategic responsibility unless you actively seek it. Low to Moderate Pay Event staff and coordinators often make minimum wage or slightly above unless in a managerial role. Pay may not match the level of effort or hours worked, especially on weekends/holidays. Limited Career Advancement Without Moving Roles Advancement can be slow unless you transition into management or corporate office positions. Event experience may not directly translate into higher-level roles outside entertainment if not framed properly on a resume. Inconsistent Hours Busy seasons may require long shifts; off-season can mean fewer hours. Scheduling may not be predictable.

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