We Work Holidays

Summary

Chef Joe reflects on the unique lifestyle of those in the food industry who work during holidays to make others' celebrations special, considering their colleagues and suppliers as an extended family and finding joy in their profession.

Abstract

Chef Joe shares an insider's perspective on the sacrifices and rewards of working in the food industry during the holiday season. He acknowledges that while they miss out on traditional family gatherings, the sense of fulfillment comes from creating memorable experiences for customers. The holidays are everyday occasions for these professionals, who view their work environment as a second family and take pride in their ability to spread happiness. Chef Joe emphasizes the joy and celebration inherent in their daily work life, suggesting that they are not to be pitied but rather appreciated for their dedication to making every day a holiday for others.

Opinions

Chef Joe feels blessed to be part of an industry that brings joy to others, considering their work as a continuous celebration.
There is a strong sense of community among those who work during the holidays, with coworkers, suppliers, and distributors forming an extended family.
The author does not feel miserable about working on holidays and has no regrets about choosing this profession.

Chef Joe says

We work holidays to make other peoples holiday’s special.

We don’t get to spend time with our families and friends like everybody else.

The food distributors and wholesale suppliers work right alongside us to make the holidays special.

Are we miserable? Do we regret having chosen this profession?

I feel blessed. I get to do what I like. It makes others happy. But most of all while others only celebrate a couple of holidays a year we get to celebrate every other day.

Our coworkers, suppliers and the distributors that work with us are our extended family. We enjoy what we do. We party all the other days as our holiday.

355 days or more a year are our holidays. We party every day.

So when you go out to celebrate your holiday thank those that are working. Don’t feel bad for us. We get to party every other day.

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