How Dare You Not Work In Your Spare Time?!

(I work in a local pizzeria as a dishwasher and phone orders. I am waiting for my takeout food to be ready after my shift. I’m in flip-flops, with my hair out of my ponytail, but I’m still in my uniform, sitting quietly and reading my book.)

Customer: *pokes me* “Excuse me. Can I get some service?”

Me: “I’m sorry. I’m currently clocked out, but my coworker will be happy to assist you.”

Customer: “But you’re just sitting here!”

Me: *irritated* “I’m sorry; I cannot assist you.”

Customer: *yells to my coworker* “Get me your manager!”

Coworker: “Um, okay…” *gets the manager*

Manager: “What seems to be the problem?”

Customer: “Your employee refused me service!” *points at me*

Manager: “She’s off the clock.”

Customer: “Well, that’s no excuse!”