Let’s talk about Chili’s. When people think about casual dining jobs, Applebee’s and TGI Friday’s come to mind first. But here’s the thing: Chili’s is actually one of the better casual dining employers—higher volume means better tips, the Baby Back…
Let’s talk about Applebee’s. When people think about casual dining jobs, they usually picture long hours, difficult customers, and mediocre tips. But here’s what’s interesting: Applebee’s is actually one of the more straightforward restaurant jobs out there—and for many people,…
Let’s talk about Hilton. When people think about hotel jobs, they usually picture Marriott first. But here’s what’s interesting: Hilton is actually just as massive (7,000+ properties across 123 countries), and for many hospitality workers, it’s an even better place…
Let’s talk about Lowe’s. When people think about home improvement stores, they usually picture Home Depot first. But here’s the thing: Lowe’s is actually the second-largest home improvement retailer in the world (1,700+ stores), and for many people, it’s a…
Let’s talk about Publix. If you’re in the Southeast, you already know: Publix isn’t just a grocery store—it’s a cult. People are weirdly loyal to their pub subs, their fresh bakery, and their famously clean stores. But what most people…
Let’s talk about Costco for a second. If retail jobs were ranked by prestige (yeah, that’s a thing), Costco would be at the top of the list. This is the unicorn of hourly jobs. We’re talking $18-29/hour starting pay, incredible…
Let’s be real for a second—if retail stores were high school cliques, Target would be the cool kids’ table. You know it, I know it, everyone knows it. While other big box stores are fine (no shade), Target just hits…
Let’s talk about McDonald’s. Love it or hate it, the Golden Arches are everywhere—14,000+ locations in the U.S. alone. And here’s something most people don’t realize: McDonald’s is probably the easiest first job to get in America. Seriously. If you’re…
Let’s talk about Chick-fil-A. If fast food restaurants were ranked by reputation, Chick-fil-A would be at the absolute top. Clean restaurants, polite employees, food that doesn’t make you regret your life choices, and that famous “my pleasure” customer service. It’s…
Let’s talk about Kroger. If you’ve never heard of them, that’s because they operate under about 20 different names—Ralphs, Fred Meyer, King Soopers, Smith’s, Fry’s, and more. But it’s all Kroger. They’re actually the largest supermarket chain in the U.S.…
