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In the world of work, there are moments when employees take instructions to a whole new level, turning mundane tasks into unforgettable stories.
Such is the case of one intrepid employee, whom we’ll refer to as OP, who embarked on a baking adventure that led to an unexpected display of “malicious compliance.” A small bakery, bustling with activity, just a day before Thanksgiving. The bakery manager, perhaps unwittingly, presents a challenge to the staff, a task to bake pumpkin pies for holiday orders. But what unfolds is beyond anyone’s expectations. OP, a college student enjoying a Thanksgiving break, volunteers for the task. Armed with dedication and a willingness to follow instructions to the letter, OP sets off on a baking marathon.
As the pies go into the oven, racks are prepped, and boxes are folded, OP transforms into a logistical savant, orchestrating a symphony of culinary productivity. With precision and efficiency, every step is executed flawlessly, and before the clock strikes five, a staggering number of pumpkin pies have emerged from the oven. The manager was stunned when she came back. Scroll down to read this tale of malicious compliance.
OP reminisces about working at a mid-Atlantic deli for a small grocery chain years ago, during a time when stores were shut on Christmas and Thanksgiving.
OP, a college student on Thanksgiving break, volunteered to work through the night at the bakery, baking pumpkin pies for orders, despite being given instructions without specific quantities.
OP called the manager at home for baking instructions, but received vague guidance to continue until the manager’s arrival.
OP expertly managed the baking process, efficiently handled tasks like prepping racks and folding boxes and baked every pumpkin pie in her freezer before her arrival.
OP’s actions led to a chaotic situation as the manager, stunned by over 400 baked pies instead of the required 100:
OP’s experience of malicious compliance showcases a clever and unexpected turn of events in their workplace. Faced with a vague instruction from their boss to keep baking pies until her arrival, OP took the directive to an extreme, baking an astonishing number of pies far beyond what was needed. This act of “malicious compliance” demonstrated a creative and somewhat mischievous way of interpreting their boss’s ambiguous guidance.
When questioned by the store manager about baking all the pies, OP explained that they were following her instructions; the manager admitted she didn’t anticipate the outcome:
OP’s silver lining was the chance to take home a bounty of bakery items including 10 pumpkin pies and assorted bread:
Out favorite part too:
OP kept pushing herself:
It was not that hard to give the number to the employee:
Some people should just give the target:
That’s a win:
It’s a tale of unintended consequences, where interpretation meets execution, leaving us with laughter and a newfound appreciation for the unexpected. Have you ever encountered a situation where following instructions led to a hilarious outcome? Share your stories and thoughts in the comments below.
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