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Can retail Manager do this?

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Sittingontherockofthebay · 05/12/2023 14:59

I work part time in retail, been there over six years and have been doing regular overtime for over a year (doing a specific job), but now a new Manager has come to our store and has taken away all of the overtime, stating that there are no available hours anymore due to a loss in profits.
Ok, I have to accept this, but I've noticed that she's giving regular overtime to atleast 3 new starters.

I find this really unfair, especially as I'm very capable at what I do and have never had any complaints regarding my work.
I am looking for a new job, as I don't feel appreciated now, but whilst I'm looking I could do with extra hours.

AIBU to think that overtime should be shared out equally amongst the staff, or do I suck it up?

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Sittingontherockofthebay · 05/12/2023 15:44

WhateverMate · 05/12/2023 15:40

And when you mention that they're still giving overtime to others, what is the response?

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She says they're more flexible, but one of them has been doing two shifts that I've been taken off

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WhateverMate · 05/12/2023 15:40

Sittingontherockofthebay · 05/12/2023 15:16

Yes I've spoken to her, but she just goes on about profits.

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And when you mention that they're still giving overtime to others, what is the response?

mantyzer · 05/12/2023 15:36

Unfortunately unless it is because of a protected characteristic i.e. racism, gender identity, etc then yes they can. It is shit.

Arightoldcarryabag · 05/12/2023 15:26

Don't be shy in looking for additional work if your contract allows.
Especially over Christmas, while you look for work, there should be plenty of opportunities to make some money putting a few shifts in elsewhere.
And who knows, if you do that in retail, you may end up being kept on!

ComtesseDeSpair · 05/12/2023 15:19

There’s no requirement for overtime to be shared equally among employees, as it’s voluntary not contracted. It’s often better for business harmony if it is, but equally the manager may have decided (or received feedback) that some colleagues work better than others in some combinations and use that as their basis for allocating overtime.

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Sittingontherockofthebay · 05/12/2023 15:19

Arightoldcarryabag · 05/12/2023 15:14

They can do it yes, overtime isn't guaranteed in your contract I'd assume so you're stuck.
Sounds like they've taken a dislike to you, in my experience this is because you are quite skilled and therefore perceived as a threat to the new managers position.
You've got 6 years retail experience including the additional tasks. Go get yourself a much better paid job, with duties more suited to someone of your experience and ability. Leave that loser behind.

I'm definitely going to try and leave asap, I'm just annoyed that a new Manager can just come in and do this.

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Sittingontherockofthebay · 05/12/2023 15:16

KrisAkabusi · 05/12/2023 15:14

Have you spoken to the manager and said that you're available for overtime?

Yes I've spoken to her, but she just goes on about profits.

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Arightoldcarryabag · 05/12/2023 15:14

They can do it yes, overtime isn't guaranteed in your contract I'd assume so you're stuck.
Sounds like they've taken a dislike to you, in my experience this is because you are quite skilled and therefore perceived as a threat to the new managers position.
You've got 6 years retail experience including the additional tasks. Go get yourself a much better paid job, with duties more suited to someone of your experience and ability. Leave that loser behind.

KrisAkabusi · 05/12/2023 15:14

Have you spoken to the manager and said that you're available for overtime?

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Sittingontherockofthebay · 05/12/2023 15:14

We all have contracted hours (not zero) and I feel as if there's definite favouritism going on. Trouble is, I'm unsure if the Manager is within her rights to do this,

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Sittingontherockofthebay · 05/12/2023 15:11

It's actual overtime and they're on the same wage as me.

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ThanksButNoThanksImDoneNow · 05/12/2023 15:10

Is it overtime or are they on 0 hour or low hour contracts?
I know this happens frequently in Tesco, o/time taken off people who may be paid more and given to lower paid hourly workers, or those who wouldn’t trigger time & a half or double time.

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