I don't mind at all when my friends come into the coffee shop. In fact, it can really bring me a smile when I need it most during the morning rush.
When the line goes out to the door (and sometimes out the door!) it's refreshing to look up and see a friendly face that sends love in a glance, someone that won't be negative in any way, and no matter how long it takes to make the 20+ drinks in front of theirs, won't think it's too long to wait.
So what's the "but" as I'm sure you can sense it's coming as much as I know it's there waiting patiently for the good part to be over so it can burst onto the scene...
Why is it that all friends assume they will get the drink for free every time they come into the coffee shop? I call it "my coffee shop" because I work there. No, it's not my entrepreneurial endeavor, I don't own it. So worrying about the bottom line is not my primary concern.
So what's the big deal? On some level, I guess I wonder about what other customers nearby in line will think. Especially the regulars. And we have a ton of those. Several even come in many times per day. So I think they may feel concerned, or rather jealous or slighted in some way, when they notice someone getting a drink for free.
I don't think there's anything else to it, though maybe it's just the assumption it will happen? Not sure, but I'm going to give it some thought...
Currently Caffeinated, Dee
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Oh, this does suck..
ReplyDeleteWhen friends come into my restaurant they expect me to hook them up in one way or another..
its not that easy, considering to have food made it has to be rung in..therefore charging them..
I would really have to risk my neck, and sometimes it's just not worth it..
Could you alleviate the expectation of your friends and the jealously of the regulars by omitting free drinks for anyone?
ReplyDeleteI don't think your employer [the one that does own and operates your coffee house] condones that kind of largesse.
I don't know, maybe it is just me, but I don't expect any of my friends to give me free stuff from their place of employment.
Agreed, no one should expect it! Everyone everywhere is just trying to make a buck. Hm...maybe I do expect it from my favorite bartender on my birthday, but I always ALWAYS over-tip! So maybe I have a slight double standard...
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