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how do you ask off when you just start a new job?

i m in a pickle. i just got hired on part time nights and weekends at a deli. thing is hubby and i are suppose to help host an anniversary party for his parents. we even have $200 involved in helping. should i ask off now or wait till the week of to ask off? i have to be there because we are helping host it. its on a sunday at 2pm. my shift will be 5pm - 9pm i am sure. the party is out of town so i can t go then come to work. PLEASE TELL ME WHAT TO DO!!! :).

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  • 3 years ago

    You should have told them when they hired you since you are new.. Since you didn't the more time you give them the better. Ask now.

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    3 years ago

    Give your employer at least 2 weeks notice. Don't wait until the week of the party. Your boss needs times to rearrange the schedule.

  • 3 years ago

    You must ask NOW. ASAP. The earlier you ask, the more time the deli has to find a replacement. Understand that your boss does not have to give you the time off. He can refuse.

  • 3 years ago

    Ask for the time you need as soon as possible so that the manager can make arrangements well in advance.

    "Boss, I know I just started this job, and I'm really grateful that you're giving me this chance. But I have made plans in advance with my family to host an anniversary party on such-and-such a date and time. Is there any possibility I can have that day off?"

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