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<\/p>\nA TESCO worker has revealed the 11 things she wishes she could tell customers – but she isn't allowed.<\/p>\n
The former employee has lifted the lid to over the realities of working at the popular supermarket, including how she feels about self-service tills.<\/p>\n
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According to the Mirror, these are the 11 things employees would love to tell annoying customers. <\/p>\n
Those who prefer quieter shopping times are the first ones to rush to the store.<\/p>\n
But standing in front of the entrance before opening hours will annoy strict employees. <\/p>\n
She said: "You're early, that's great. But unfortunately when we open at 7am, that means 7am.<\/p>\n
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"I'm sorry if it's raining, or you're cold. But looking at me with a face like thunder isn't going to speed this process up."<\/p>\n
She slammed customers who criticise workers for being slow at checkouts. <\/p>\n
She said it's useless to complain as it won't make her go quicker.<\/p>\n
"I'm not deliberately going slow – it's just busy in here," she slammed.<\/p>\n
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3. We dread asking for someone's ID – and then finding out they're 30 anyway<\/h3>\n
4. The Tesco fleeces are so incredibly comfortable<\/h3>\n
5. The frustration of people gathering around you as you knock 30p off a pack of mince<\/h3>\n
6. The mindless game you play trying to squeeze another box of dolly mix on the shelf so you can finally get it out of the cage<\/h3>\n
7. My lunch isn't a free Tesco meal deal, let me assure you<\/h3>\n
8. That sigh you give when a customer pleads with you to knock some pennies off<\/h3>\n
9. The carrier bag charge is definitely not my fault<\/h3>\n
10. Clocking onto loyal customers' routines<\/h3>\n
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