Any Negatives?

[Donnaksmj]

has anyone had negative experiences? What can you tell me about QSFB...

 

[Joanna71985]

has anyone had negative experiences? What can you tell me about QSFB...

I did QSFB last summer. I worked at Casey's Corner, at the MK. I worked in one of two places- Front of House (the restaurant), and Back of House (the kitchen). When I was in the front, the things I could be doing included working on the register, being a filler (filling the orders), stocking, cleaning the topping bars, being a greeter, ect. When I was in the back, the things I could be doing included cleaning, prepping food, cooking food, stocking, ect.

 

[DwightKSchrute]

I've had many friends who have done QSFB - ranging from working in high-volume locations like Cosmic Rays to low-volume locations like Hurricane Hannah's.

None of them really had anything negative to say. They seemed to enjoy the variety of jobs they could do - bussing, register, expediting, etc.

 

[_frazzle]

One of my roommates works QSFB and she hates it. She gets a ton of overtime though. She works over at All Star.

 

[zulemara]

I was a campus rep for 3 years prior to coming on my second college program.

I always told people this:

Think of the busiest mcdonalds around your hometown. Now multiply it by 10 at least. If you wouldn't wanna work in that environment, don't accept a position in QSFB. It drives me nuts that people will take the role thinking they'll be ok, then hate it, leave the program, and do nothing but badmouth the program and Disney.

It is possible you can be in a slower location, but be prepared for the worst. If you like multiple jobs and fast paced work, then you will be fine. If not, don't accept the offer.

 

[MiaTurner]

It drives me nuts that people will take the role thinking they'll be ok, then hate it, leave the program, and do nothing but badmouth the program and Disney.

If only we were all that psychic.

I thought I'd be fine and ended up hating QSFB. Having had experience cashiering before, no less. There are so many other things to consider: grumpy co-workers, irate guests, nerve-wracking situations that don't come about in a McDonalds, even multiplied by ten.

But how could you know that ahead of time? Most of us are at an age where we're experimenting what we want to do with our lives. Leaving Disney does not make you a bad person, and I hope anyone who wants to do so keeps that in mind. Is Disney the bad guy here? Nope, I'm not implying that. Am I implying that it's not right for everyone? Absolutely.

Anywho, to the OP, that's my advice to you. If you wanna give it a shot, know that there are some situations that will arise that you may not be prepared for ahead of time. But I have a lot of friends who really enjoy the position. So it's important to do what works for YOU.

 

[lauraebeth]

If only we were all that psychic.

I don't think it has anything to do with being psychic. It's quick service, it's busy,

People think they're coming down here for a nice 6 month vacay and surprise, you're not.

Yea, QSFB is hard work. but there are a TON of CPs in it and you meet a lot of people. your days go by fast and you're at disney.

honestly, I was in QSFB my first program, and in recreation now. I'm honestly bored out of my mind, and in one month, have quickly learned that if I plan on going ANYWHERE within recreation, the only way that's happen is to get my lifeguard certification. and honestly, I kinda miss quick service, the pay was better, and I was actually busy!

 

[DisSisters]

I don't think it has anything to do with being psychic. It's quick service, it's busy,

People think they're coming down here for a nice 6 month vacay and surprise, you're not.

Yea, QSFB is hard work. but there are a TON of CPs in it and you meet a lot of people. your days go by fast and you're at disney.

honestly, I was in QSFB my first program, and in recreation now. I'm honestly bored out of my mind, and in one month, have quickly learned that if I plan on going ANYWHERE within recreation, the only way that's happen is to get my lifeguard certification. and honestly, I kinda miss quick service, the pay was better, and I was actually busy!

Yea, the best way to get good shifts in recreation is to get trained as a lifeguard! The training class is actually fun, too!

 

[MiaTurner]

Communication error on my part, I apologize. I didn't take that to mean some people think this will be a cakewalk. Yes, I definitely agree that ANY position will be work because a job is a job.

I took that to mean that there should be NO reason for you to back out, meaning you'd have to know ahead of time every nasty coworker, difficult manager, angry guest, scary situation, and, in DL's case, lack of hours. I apologize for interpreting that the wrong way.

Having said that I absolutely agree, no matter what role you get, be prepared to work. A job is a job even at Disney

 

[GAguy_DCP]

I was a campus rep for 3 years prior to coming on my second college program.

I always told people this:

Think of the busiest mcdonalds around your hometown. Now multiply it by 10 at least. If you wouldn't wanna work in that environment, don't accept a position in QSFB. It drives me nuts that people will take the role thinking they'll be ok, then hate it, leave the program, and do nothing but badmouth the program and Disney.

It is possible you can be in a slower location, but be prepared for the worst. If you like multiple jobs and fast paced work, then you will be fine. If not, don't accept the offer.

I agree with you totally on the idea of getting a QSFB role and quitting and talking bad about disney. That is how my brothers room mate was the first time he did the program. Well actually the only time he did the program, he left about a month after they got there because he didnt like being told what to do and having to work with food everyday. He actually almost got fired for making a pretty racist comment about QSFB (about how only certain people should work the job) Then again the kid thought disney fed them everyday and they had maids come into their rooms and make their beds and stuff like that. (He called down to Vista front office and complained once... )

But my brother was also QSFB and loved the position. It is hard work, but he really enjoyed it and actually extended into FSFB, and was allowed to pick up shifts is QSFB if he wanted to. (This was in 02, I dont know if it is like that now). But my brother worked Stands west in the magic kingdom and found that job more appealing than working in one of the restraunts.

 

[zulemara]

all I'm saying is people try to put on rose colored glasses and will accept a role they know deep down they are not gonna like. No, they can't necessarily know about managers, CMs, and irate/just plain stupid guests. That's why I made it my obligation to point out that it could be one of the most stressful jobs you've ever experienced in your life and you should be prepared for the worst in that regard.

There are negatives to every role at Disney, it's just about trying to get what you'd most like to do and not accepting if you honestly think you're gonna hate your role(or be prepared to put up with it if you do)

The college program IS about more than just work. It's about living here, meeting people, and taking classes if you choose. The mouse in your back yard and Universal down the street is not a bad place to be. It's just my pet peeve when people accept and leave and then talk BAD about the program/Disney. I don't care if people leave. I think it's a huge mistake because if you can work here during the busy times, you can work anywhere, and I truly believe that, but it is up to each individual to make that decision.

 

[SiSiMonique2009]

I'm doing QSFB too and I think now I'm a little worried after reading some of the post lol! I'm still excited about going and I know things do get stressful at times or most of the time. It wasn't my first choice but my interviewer told me that QSFB was the role where they needed the most help. Would any of you say that this is the most difficult role out of all of them?

 

[lauraebeth]

Yea, the best way to get good shifts in recreation is to get trained as a lifeguard! The training class is actually fun, too!

oh i know, and if i could physically handle being a lifeguard, i would've checked that role of on my role checklist.

 

[ashleyrm]

My son is currently doing QSFB on the CP and I guess he's lucky that he got assigned to the food court (the Mara) at the Animal Kingdom Lodge (AKL). I get the impression that it is on the quiet side especially compared to what some of the other QSFB assignments are like. He seems to like most of the people he works with and the guests are easy to deal with. He did do a week at one of the All-Star resorts and did not enjoy that at all. Some of the work is boring and monotonous (beverage island, tables, etc), but he has been trained in all areas including cash so it hasn't been that bad.

(p.s. to Lauraebeth - you do not need to tell my son that I am posting about him!!!!)