charpentier

small engine technician

serveur de bar

server

préposé à l'entretien ménager

Centreville Amusement Park

Working in the Centreville gift shop was my first real job, and while I learned a lot, none of it was on purpose. I learned how to survive an unorganized workplace, bad management, and unbearable working conditions.

The disorganization was astonishing. You were lucky if you knew when you were working at all, and never knew how long. My shifts could be anywhere from four hours to ten. And make that ten hours in a stuffy building with no AC in 30 degree weather? Well, unsurprisingly my already poor health got ten times worse that summer. I was taking Advil like skittles just to keep my chronic pain at bay. I should've stood up for myself more, and I would now, but as a nervous 18 year old at their first real job, I was too scared. And honestly I bet management knew that. They hired me and many others with no experience and exploited us mercilessly.

Management treated us all like garbage. No matter how hard we tried, we were never good enough and always deserved their verbal abuse. We all knew they watched us through the security cameras because if you stood still for more than 10 seconds, someone would come in and scream at you, even if you were just aking a break after hours of work. G-d forbid you were caught talking to each other even if the store was empty. There was very much a culture of paranoia among the workers. We did stick together which was nice, and made management mad, which made it even better.

The only good thing I can say is that I made a lot of money there. The long torturous shifts guaranteed that, and I know some others made even more. Not that management did that on purpose though. They made sure to send you home early if you were creeping close to overtime. I was sent home after 3 hours on labour day to reduce how much holiday pay I got. But looking back, no amount of money was worth what I went through. Going there was a constant mess of pain, anxiety, and stress.

These people will exploit you, and I'm sad to say I know from experience. No one should work there.

I am an underaged food services attendant worker, being paid $14.10. Both my supervisors were super nice and professional compared to other department supervisors. If you decide to work in food services, be ready to work standing for more than 8 hours but also only being paid for 5 hours each shift. You have to clean which takes up a lot of time because you still need to count the items and money. Since I live 2 hours far, I get home around 10 when work ends at 6:30. My senior foremen were really helpful and nice with me, I'd say the workplace culture was fairly diverse and collaborative. When being paid, you will get paid in cheques biweekly which is not very satisfactory for me. The hardest part of work for me was standing in the heat for hours, my body becomes super sore after work then I would have to go to school right after. Also, dealing with school and work was the hardest for me, since I had no time to do my school work and activities. I learned how to adapt to the environment and participate in a variety of different tasks in my first job.  

A typical day began quite early in the morning since I had to take the ferry across the lake to get to work. The supervisor would give a quick information session on what events were taking place that day, and distributed positions. Once the position was given if in cash we go into the staff area to pick up our cash for the day go to our location, count the cash and wristbands, fill out the paper work required and phoned into the office to inform that everything is correct.I learned how to deal with irritated customers without involving a supervisor. Management here is very helpful and always willing to lend a hand if it is required. My co-workers were extremely fun to be around and made the days pass quickly even when I was in a booth alone. The hardest part about this job was not being able to properly prep myself, not knowing where I would be located that day. The most enjoyable part was knowing that there were staff events if you chose to attend, the staff were also very friendly and made the days pass quickly.

I worked here twice now (2017 and 2019). Rides is the best position to apply for, because it has much more frequent breaks and it is (in my opinion) easier than other departments such as food where i worked for two days when they were understaffed. The food department is much more stressful with less breaks and it can be disorganized at times as it is run but teenagers. (Side note: If you're under 18, you're more likely to get a job here because they won't have to pay you minimum wage). Lots of centreville staff are ones who come back each summer and this can make it hard to make friends as these guys already have their friend groups. The best thing to do is find someone who looks a little bit lost on your first day and start talking to them, chances are they will be happy for a friend too.

Typical day at work included finding out which ride you were assigned to and opening the ride (if you were scheduled to come in early. Otherwise you would close the ride). Throughout the day you ensured safety, maintenance, and operation of rides and collaborated with coworkers, supervisors, and visitors. Benefits were amazing and I enjoyed the ferry commute (nice view of city), however, as expected when working with many students aged 15-25, there were at times lots of drama. Though I personally got along with my coworkers and enjoyed my time there. 

Hardest part of the job was definitely working long hours under burning sun while having to maintain enthusiasm and positive energy with the visitors. Most enjoyable part was seeing families and children smiling and laughing on the rides.

A typical day at work would involve getting the preparation of food, communicating with customers and making sure that everyone enjoys their visit to Centre Island. I've learned many different ways to improve my communication skills, and also problem solving skills. Centre Island has taught me about proper ways to deal with customer related issues, and how to make sure that the customer is pleased with the service they receive. My co-workers is what made my day even more enjoyable, and made me look forward to coming to work even more. The hardest part of the job was the days when rushes wouldn't end for hours. Lastly, the most enjoyable part of the day is being in a group of co-workers and management that is understanding, and friendly.

The work itself seemed relaxed until the owners got involved with their F this Fthat attitude.  Landscapers and Carpenters are treated poorly in every way.  The owners sons set me up for failure during my last week, then put the false blame on me for something i never did.  My first season everything seemed cool, then when i asked the owner for refills on my mixed gas or if I needed a specific tool, he blasted me with the f word because he had other things to take care of..
Management there doesnt care..

The owner and management never appreciated hard work. Most of the old Superviser would hook up with underage workers and make them stay over night just to be their favourite. Disgusting place! Food was always expired and something and still served. Workers would would work long hours without any lunches or breaks on busy day. Management kept the tip to the self not handed out to the workers!!

Outlined below in pros and cons section the only good thing was some co workers and the BBQ. Supervisor is terrible and seems to be doing things on purpose.

Majority of the supervisors and even the owners are just rude. They don't know how to be understanding and kind to their employees. They treat their employees like they are lower than them and like they aren't human. applying and getting this job is very easy but this job isn't worth it at all. id recommend getting a job somewhere else for the summers

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