Interesting conversaton overhead today

[johno]

I was in Target doing some shopping.

Another Customer: Excuse me... Do you work here?
Sale Associate: Yes I do.
AC: Where can I find...
SA: {interupting} I'm on my break.

Me: Wrong answer girl!
Called out as I turn a corner down a aisle.

Pause...

SA: What were you looking for?

Comments

[drewkitty.livejournal.com]

I am constantly asked if I will help someone because I am mistaken for an employee. My stock answer:

"I don't work here, but sure."

It's a great chance to practice my customer service skills.

If it's really a Store Question, I find them an associate.

Of course, if they are rude or I am feeling snarky, I provide service appropriate to the situation.

As for the term 'girl' I only use it when I would use the term 'boy' in reference to a male. I do not have enough gray hairs for either.