It’s safe to say that most food service workers are used to complaints, not compliments.

But after a delicious fast food meal with her kids, one woman went out of her way to share her appreciation with an overworked employee, and her stunned reaction said it all.

You’ll want to read on for this random act of kindness!

Shocked the manager at a fast food chain with a compliment

A few months back, my kids and I went out to eat at a fairly well known fast food restaurant. The food wasn’t known for being the best, but my kids loved it, so I humored them.

The food was amazing! It was hot and fresh and served quickly. The kids and I happily ate everything we ordered.

This customer decided she wanted to make her satisfaction known.

As we were leaving, I happened to see the manager behind the counter helping to fill orders.

I went over to the counter and told the cashier I wanted to talk to the manager. She called the manager over and the manager came over, braced for impact.

But when she was kind instead of cruel, the manager’s whole demeanor changed.

I said, “I know the only time anyone ever wants to talk to you is to yell at you. However, I wanted to tell you the food we had today was absolutely delicious. My kids and I ate it all.”

The look of shock, pure joy and relief on her face made me laugh.

She thanked me profusely.

She knew she had left quite the impact on the restaurant.

As I was leaving, I heard her say to the cashier, “She’s right about no one talking to me unless they’re mad.”

I really hope I made her day.

What a wholesome exchange that neither of them would soon forget.

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Workers in lots of other industries could also use a little more TLC in their day-to-day.

You never know how badly someone needs a kind word.

Being kind is free — and fast!

Traditionally overlooked employees often provide us with the greatest luxuries — and they rarely get even a “thank you”.

It took her only seconds to brighten one manager’s day beyond measure.

It was a small, delightful reminder that kindness still catches people by surprise.

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