Ollie's Frozen Custard
 

My husband and I are trying to support local business in a responsible way by wearing masks and following CDC guidelines. Last night we stopped by Ollies Frozen Custard but when we entered, the server was not wearing a mask. When questioned about this, she just shrugged and indicated she didn't have to. We made our purchase and left. Today I spoke with a co-owner who rudely informed me that there is not indication from the state that they HAVE to require their employees to wear a mask. When I pointed out that businesses around TV are having their employees masked, she said that was fine but she doesn't HAVE to make that a requirement and won't. When I pointed out that this was in total disrespect for her paying customers, she indicated that she didn't care. After 22 years of spending money in her store, it won't happen again! Just wanted to let people who are trying to be responsible in these times, Ollies is not respecting you. For people who are not following the CDC guidelines, don't bother commenting because, frankly, I don't care. This is just a warning for those of us who care for others.

I'm only aware of two far southern Florida counties where facial covering is required.
Obviously the OP's outrage is superficial. They made a food purchase from a person without a face covering.

Are Florida restaurant workers required to wear masks?

Are restaurant workers required to wear masks?

This question has come up frequently since Gov. Ron DeSantis issued an executive order on April 29 allowing restaurants to open, with restrictions, on May 4.

The simple answer: No.

"Executive Order 20-112 does not mandate the use of masks," Karen Smith, director of communications for the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation, said via email.

"However, customers, employees and employers are encouraged to consult CDC guidance," she said.

Guidelines. Not laws.

just don't go and be nice

Why should I not go?

The OP lost credibility IMO when she confronted the store personnel about not wearing a mask and then made a purchase anyway.

And this is a forum, the purpose of which is to allow people to comment on issues. You don't get to pick and choose who can comment.

/very true posted thinks it is her way or the highway.

if I felt uncomfortable in a retail situation I would have just left, regardless of the history that I may have had with them (without making a scene)...yet the OP didn't and then came back the next day?

guess I'm too old to give a retail store '3 strikes'....before they're out

Wynn Dixie too
 

I went into Wynn Dixie yesterday for the first time in many weeks. The person working the deli counter was not wearing a mask. I turned around and walked out.

I'm just curious how do you eat your frozen custard with a mask on?

I would have walked out. Complete disrespect for an older population at higher than average risk and a bad attitude.

That was the action that first caught my attention. A transaction was still conducted, only to complain about the lack of masks on a forum later.

Good for you , I wish more people would do that . Instead of being confrontational.

Masks are not required. Can we let this go already?

Duh! Maybe the next step could be the hospital?

Florida restaurants fall under the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. You can find the mandatory requirements online.

http://www.myfloridalicense.com/dbpr...estaurants.pdf

Let’s never go there again.
 

What arrogance! Some businesses just don’t care about our age group. This is a horrible
sickness that can KILL you, it is not a joke. Plus, you can’t even get a test unless you are practically dead. You have to be safe.

Heard a similar criticism of Scooples , a few days ago. If I walked into and ice cream store and the server had no mask, I would walk out. If I didn't , I would be abetting the "crime" :a040:

The owner and co-worker executed their rights, no law was broken. If you, CFrance do not feel comfortable because the girl didn't have a mask on, don't go in but do not condemn the business or those you do not think that the masks are necessary at this time. Personally I think the gloves/masks are dirty. I would much rather see a server wash their hands on front of me like Subway employees do..

Mask paranoia abounds. And many epidemiologists and other doctors have said they do very little or no good. That their value is mostly psychological.I’m heading to Ollie’s!

Maybe because there are actually some people (businesses) that realize that 99% of the masks that you see out there are worthless and do next to nothing. in fact some doctors have said that they actually cause more problems!
If your that paranoid stay home.

Thank you! It’s nice to see a commonsense post out here every now and then. I also believe that the gloves and the masks look worn and dirty. I would rather just see a clean employee.

They do if they want my business. Stores also need to require customers to wear “curtesy masks” if they want to do business with me.

Lighthouse restaurant not wearing masks.
 

I walk in the AM and noticed that The Lighthouse restaurant is now serving breakfast. They were using their veranda and set up tables on the boardwalk by the water. They were spaced nicely and I thought it was a good idea. The staff were wearing masks so, I took a menu. I walked by a few days later, and the staff was NOT wearing masks. I asked the outdoor hostess and waitresses why and they replied that their boss said, “If they didn’t feel sick, not to wear one.” I explained that they were putting themselves at risk along with others and they just giggled. I told them I had NO intention of dining there.

I will now eat their custard 4 times a day to support them.

I totally agree. My ability to go back out to live life in these times depends on feeling safe and I cannot feel safe if masks are not worn. People seem to forget that my mask protects them and their mask protects me. All this “freedom “ stuff is nonsense. We need to protect each other out of love and kindness. The motto should be “ we, ourselves and us” not me myself and I. I will not be going to Ollies.

Good for you. Culver's is better and they are following all guidelines and are always very pleasant. Don't go anyplace that isn't respectful!

After two months of not eating out at all, I stopped by Orange Blossom Cafe (in Fenney Rec Center) for an iced coffee. The employee, although very nice, was not wearing a mask. I was so disappointed and left. PLEASE, if you operate a food establishment, reward your employees who wear a mask (notice I didn’t say ‘mandate’). It’s for the protection of all of us. BTW - I won’t go back to the Cafe and I won’t eat at any place where employees aren’t wearing masks.

It’s so nice to hear from someone who is taking the virus serious. We will not go there! Thanks

Very well said. My husband and I refuse to EAT in a restaurant (definitely won't go to Ollie's...I understand u took out). We do more take out now more than usual to support the businesses. We wear our masks, I social distance and if I see someone with w/out a mask I will make purposeful move away from the person. People in TV are ignoring CDC guidelines.

Good advice, because if someone drives a car to a non-mask wearing business, they have a better chance of death from a car accident than they do from COVID at the business.

The top 10 leading causes of death in the United States

Unintentional injuries
Deaths in 2017: 169,936
Percentage of total deaths: 6%
Accidents, or unintentional injuries, are the 4th leading cause of death in the U.S. overall, and the leading cause of death for those aged 1–44.

Possible prevention measures
Accidents are unintentional and usually unavoidable. However, there are many ways to reduce the risk of accidental injury and death.

Some key components of accident prevention include focusing on road and workplace safety, such as using a seatbelt and never driving or operating heavy machinery while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

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Masks are not mandated. We will survive this like we have every other virus and life has to get back to normal and that includes not wearing masks. But if you do not go out and buy stuff, any stuff, do not look for these places to exist in the future because they will not be able to economically survive. When you go out looking for services, including ice cream, they may not be there to serve it.

Where is Ollies, I love frozen custard??

Reading this forum, I can't believe how many people "drank the Kool-Aid".

BTW, when the banks open up for inside business, will these same people walk in wearing a mask?
:boom:

Yes!!!! Especially the home made masks or those purchased that are made out of cotton or a synthetic. Wonder if the wearer washes the mask on a daily basis after use? Most likely not so the mask is loaded with microbes of all types .