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Walmart schedule
Trying to pull up my Walmart schedule and it’s not syncing in the Me@Walmart app. This happens at least once a month. Anyone else having these issues or is it just me?
Using Food Stamps at Walmart
Quick refresher, can you use food stamps at Walmart for everything in the grocery section? Like, can they buy bakery items or deli meat? Sometimes I second-guess what’s eligible.
Is Walmart open tomorrow?
We get asked this daily: “Is Walmart open tomorrow?” Doesn’t matter what day it is—folks always assume we’re shutting down. Anyone else deal with this question constantly at customer service?
... read moreIs Aldi Cheaper Than Walmart?
Had a customer the other day say, “Aldi is cheaper than Walmart for everything.” I mean… some stuff, sure, but not across the board. What do y’all think? Is it worth checking them out or nah?
Can you transfer with points?
I’m thinking about moving stores. Does anyone know can you transfer to another Walmart with points on your record? I’ve got a couple points, nothing major, but I don’t want it to affect my transfer chances.
... read moreCan I Sue for Wrongful Termination?
Has anyone ever tried to sue Walmart for wrongful termination? A friend of mine got let go after calling out too much, even with doctor’s notes. She wants to take legal action. Does anyone know how that works?
... read moreHow to Call in Sick at Walmart
I’m new and trying to figure out how to call in sick at Walmart without getting a point. Is it better to call the hotline, tell your manager, or do both? I’ve heard the app is glitchy sometimes. What’s the safest route?
... read moreDoes Walmart do cash back still?
Hey y’all, does Walmart still do cash back if you use debit? I haven’t seen anyone do it in a while, and one customer swore it’s not a thing anymore. Just want to clarify for the next shift.
Forced to use PTO on holidays
Can your manager really force you to use PTO for holidays if the store is closed? Mine said we had no choice unless we request unpaid. That doesn’t sit right with me. Is that even allowed?
Accepting Apple Pay at Walmart?
Still getting hit with the same question: “Does Walmart accept Apple Pay?” The answer’s still no, and customers are always annoyed. I wish corporate would just let us use it already it’d make lines move way faster.
... read morePoint system reset
Do points reset in Walmart’s point system after a certain time? Like 6 months or yearly? I’ve been good lately but had a rough start, and I’m wondering when I’ll have a clean slate again.
Walmart absence line still active?
Has anyone used the Walmart absence line recently? I feel like it used to work better, but last time I tried it, the call just dropped halfway through. Wondering if it's just my phone or if the system’s buggy again.
... read moreKids unleashed
Parents let their kids run wild like it’s a playground. I’ve seen kids climbing shelves, throwing stuff, and screaming like banshees. And the parents? just scrolling on their phones like nothing’s happening. It’s a weird world out there.
... read moreThe Call Out Olympics
3 associates called out today so i had to do electronics, self checkout, AND lawn & garden all by myself. i swear i’m juggling 5 jobs at once. where’s my paycheck for a multitasking wizard? maybe walmart should start giving medals for this kinda work.
... read moreMath 101
Customer gave me $20, total was $10.96. I gave back $9.04. They said “where’s the other $10?” 😭
Less social media pls
Had a mom yell at me bc the stroller display didn’t have the “exact one” she saw on TikTok. What do I look like? A magician?
Too Much Perfume
Some customers smell like they fell into a bath & body works vat. I can’t breathe in cosmetics anymore
Sorry for being a human
“Why can’t you unload the truck AND stock AND run a register AND help me in electronics?” Because I’m HUMAN. They don’t say it exactly like this, but that’s exactly wtf they mean.
This place is unfair
Had to wait 2 hours to take my 15 minute break today cause we were short staffed again. But if I clock out 3 minutes late, suddenly it's a big deal? can't win
Maybe I’m unlucky with managers but
Need a manager? Good luck. They vanish like a fa^t in the wind soon as stuff hits the fan.
just another day
got cussed out today bc we ran outta rotisserie chicken. lady acted like i ki^led her pet
How to Report Absence at Walmart
Quick question what’s the right way to report an absence at Walmart? I called in but didn’t get a confirmation. Do I need to message team leads too? Trying to avoid points over a tech issue.
What happens when you get banned?
I had a wild situation where a customer got escorted out and someone said they were banned from Walmart. What actually happens when someone gets banned? Is it store-specific or system-wide?
Why is Walmart “bad”?
So I saw someone post online asking why is Walmart bad, and it kinda rubbed me the wrong way. I mean yeah, it's not perfect, but it’s not the hellhole some people make it out to be either. What do you think makes people say that? Curious to hear real takes from people who actually work here.
... read moreHow much does Walmart make?
Serious question how much does Walmart make in a year? I heard one of the team leads say it was over $600 billion or something wild like that. If that’s true, why are we still fighting for consistent full-time schedules? Feels like something’s off.
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