Quitting my job - How?

I've had a weekend job in a shop since last September, but I started wanting to quit because they wouldn't let me have a day off the day before one of my big A2 exams this summer.

I applied for a bar job in a pub, and got the job (better pay, more flexible hours). Now I need to hand in my notice for my other job... how do I go about it? My parents told me I have to write a letter, but this seems a bit formal? Any help would be greatly appreciated :smile:

Reply 1

threeportdrift

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Original post by pellejema

Write a letter. Dear [Manager's Name] Please take this letter as notification of my resignation. In accordance with my contract, my last working day will be [whatever it is]. Thank you very much for the time and training I have received at [store name] but I have to focus on my up-coming A level exams and can no longer afford the time this work requires.

I'm not sure where you think 'formal' kicks in, but for most people, resigning from a job is well within the bracket!

Reply 2

moregano

Your notice does need to be in writing, it will probably say so in your contract. It doesn't have to be really formal, just something like "Dear X, as of X date I have been offered employment elsewhere therefore I will not be available to work after X date, sincerely, X."

Reply 3

Ham22

Writing a letter is always the done thing with regards to giving your notice.

Reply 4

cardine92

I just told them :dontknow:

As long as you don't just finish a shift one day and go 'right, that's it, byeeee!' it should be okay. I'd feel a bit weird about just handing them a letter so I would tell your manager first and then give them the letter.

Reply 5

M4LLY

Do it in person or write a letter. Its your call.

Reply 6

pellejema

Thanks everyone, I'll keep your advice in mind :smile:

Reply 7

thatg

Best to write a letter as well as telling them. When i left a job a few years ago even though I told the manager I still had to write a letter telling them I was leaving.

Reply 8

angel.iced<3

Hiya, the same thing happened with me, i was working for a fast food company back then so obviously i thought it'd be too formal aswell! Just write a really simple clear letter to your boss such as:

Dear ________
Here is my written notice from ____(DATE)____, i will be working ____(how long you will be working till you leave)_______
Thank you

I didn't actually leave the first time, i took my notice back, but when i actually did leave i just told my boss verbally! So really i think it just depends on your relationship with your manager :smile:

Good luck!! x