I was just talking to my 17yo about applying there, how it's supposedly such a great place to work. The discount is very attractive.
There's no good reason why we weren't even allowed to sit on the ground. It was just a rule. And they wouldn't let you leave the store during your shift (unless of course you were cleaning the trash cans outside). But yeah you definitely could not take your break in your car.
Now you know. It's churn-and-burn at its finest. Like Haymitch said.... that's fine for the sub-25 year old set. For anyone else, **** that noise. I hope they get sued over that crap.
Got dang. I didn't believe the not being able to sit part. Had to google about it and came across this article on Mashed. They pay well, but you'll be busting your butt for it, apparently. What do they think this is? The 90's? : Workers Reveal What It's Really Like To Work At Buc-Ee's
I'm surprised they can get away with this. Your break is legally your time. Lunch breaks? I don't see how they can get away with this Edit: no way the break stuff is true bro https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/st...works 8,additional 4 consecutive hours worked. Workers have a right to at least a 30-minute meal break or each 6 hours worked in a calendar day. During their meal break, workers must be free of all duties and free to leave the workplace.
First of all, why would I lie about this? I don't benefit from making a lie. Second, when I set the filter to Texas on your link, there is nothing. So I'm missing it. Third, I think the rules are different for convenience stores anyway. Fourth, you could always just ask a Bucees employee next time you're at one. I worked at 2 Bucees. It's where I met my wife. Trust me. It's true.
Sorry, I've worked a lot of places around Houston, I just assumed and didn't really understand that the DOL site was state by state. I realize how pro business Texas it's ridiculous we basically have no labor laws Through temp agencies or in permanent jobs, I've never worked somewhere you couldn't leave. Are you paid for lunch at Bucee's or is it just 15 minute breaks?
My cousin's wife is a manager in the floral department and loves it. Insurance is very good, too, apparently it pays for IVF, which is very hit and miss with health insurance.
Dam, the pay is decent but they do not get a lunch break, just a 10 min "personal time" where you can eat standing up.....WTF!! I realize in Texas you don't technically have to give a lunch break but come on man, you cant work an 8-10 hours shift and not get one, its just insane. I was really shocked to hear about this no sitting policy while on breaks............they need to rethink their policies.
No problem. When I worked there I actually looked into it myself because I couldn't believe that we weren't entitled to a lunch break. I even asked my lawyer sister. But, no such luck. You're still on the clock during the 15 minute break. So at least there's that.
That's slightly less shitty of them to do the "no sitting" thing, then. When I worked hourly retail jobs, my breaks were always unpaid. Still, it's a ridiculous policy and they should continue to be publicly shamed over it.
I have worked as a server and bartender off and on for a long time in years past. Have worked many 12+ hour shifts without sitting down once because I never had time to step away for 15 minutes. This though I don’t understand for the life. Why TF would it matter if you sat down or not? That’s ridiculous and horrible.
That's illegal but of course employers get away with it because it's 1) way harder to fight it than it is to just deal with it and 2) they'll usually just sack you if you complain. I guarantee you it's some "culture" BS.
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How can you save your health from the dangers of sitting? If you’re not getting enough activity in your day, it’s not too late to turn it around and gain great health benefits in the process. Build more activity into your day Some ways you can incorporate activity into your day are: Walk or cycle, and leave the car at home. For longer trips, walk or cycle part of the way. Use the stairs instead of the lift or escalator, or at least walk up the escalator. Get off the bus one stop early and walk the rest of the way. Park further away from wherever you’re going and walk the rest of the way. Calculate how long it takes you to walk one kilometre – you may find you can reach your destination faster by walking than if you wait for public transport. Be active (and safe) If you’re new to physical activity, or if you have a health condition, speak to your doctor before you start any new activities. They can help you decide the best activities for you. Read more about physical activity and how to get started. Be active at work You can move around at work more than you think: Take the stairs instead of the lift. Walk over and talk to your colleagues instead of emailing them. Take your lunch break away from your desk and enjoy a short walk outside if you can. Organise walking meetings. Be active indoors Don’t let bad weather stop you from being active! You can do body weight exercises such as squats, sit-ups, and lunges. You can also try indoor activities such as: dancing swimming at an indoor pool yoga Pilates martial arts squash indoor rock climbing. Reduce your sedentary behaviour Here are some simple ideas to keep you moving while you’re at home: When you’re tidying up, put items away in small trips rather than taking it all together. Set the timer on your television to turn off an hour earlier than usual to remind you to get up and move. Walk around when you’re on the phone. Stand up and do some ironing during your favourite television shows. Rather than sitting down to read, listen to recorded books while you walk, clean, or work in the garden. Stand on public transport, or get off one stop early and walk to your destination. If you work in an office: Stand up while you read emails or reports. Move your rubbish bin away from your desk so you have to get up to throw anything away. Use the speaker phone for conference calls and walk around the room during the calls.
