Workplace Abuse And Theft

Summary

Melissa Reith, a former employee at the Boulevard Diner in North Bergen, NJ, reported multiple instances of workplace misconduct. She alleges that the night manager, Kenny, was stealing tips, verbally abusing employees, and physically assaulting an older worker. Additionally, she claims that Kenny was providing alcohol to an underage employee. Melissa reported these incidents to the owner, Stelios, but was subsequently removed from the work schedule without explanation. She has reported the incidents to OMLS-Public and is awaiting a response. Melissa has evidence in the form of saved chats with coworkers and claims that there are witnesses to the misconduct, including customers who have left negative reviews on Yelp.

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I was working at a diner and my tips were being stolen by the night manager. I have caught him and went to the owner three different times. He said he would take care of it but instead i was let go with no explanation. The manager was also verbally abusive to me and other workers he has also hit one of the older workers many times. I was not the only one he stole from. The manager kenny has been with them for 30 years. There are cameras all over the diner where you can see him hit the employee and steal our tips.
Do you have any evidence of these incidents, like video footage or witnesses?
My one coworker has pictures that i need to get and i have pictures from a conversation with one of the hostess who is leaving on the 6th because of this man. They also have cameras everywhere where you can see him doing these things hebis also abusive towards customers which have wrote mean things aout kenny the night manager on the boulvard diner page
Have you reported these incidents to any law enforcement agency or labor board?
I just reported to a place today.
What is the name and location of the place you reported to? This will help me provide you with the appropriate legal information.
Its in my eamil i would have to look it up
Could you please check your email and provide the name and location of the place you reported to? This information will help me guide you better.
OMLS-Public
What is the state and city where this incident occurred?
North Bergen NJ * the boulevard diner
What is the exact nature of the complaint you filed with OMLS-Public?
Hello, my name is **** ****. The manager at my job has bee stealing tips from me and some of my coworkers. I told my boss three different times and we have cameras. He said he would take care of it and instead he let me go with no reason at all. The place is called the boulevard diner in North Bergen New Jersey. The manager kenny is also verbally abusive to the employees as myself andro customer's. Kenny also hits and old man that works there and notjing has been done. The second I talked to the owner who is my boss stelios on * different occasions he said he would take care of it but instead he would call me everyday for the past 4 days telling me to take the day off until I finally came in and his sister said her brother was supposed to call me and he had taken me off the schedule. They never gave me a reason why but i think its cause they knew i was going to start video taping the night manager yelling, cursing, and stealing my tips along with my coworkers. The diner has cameras everywhere where you can see him take money and hit an old man Allan that works there. I really need help. My number is (*)*-*. Thank you **** ****
Did you receive any written communication about your termination? In New Jersey, employers are not required to provide a reason for termination, but it could be useful in your case.
No they just told me i was taken off the schedule after i told my boss he needs to do something or i will complain. I told him i wsnt my money that was stolen and i waslet go a few days later
Did you manage to document the instances of theft and abuse, such as dates, times, and details of each incident?
It happened almist every night around the same time
What time did these incidents usually occur and were there any specific incidents that stand out?
He would also give liquor to the underage buss girl
Between *-140am
What is the age of the bus girl to whom he gave liquor? In New Jersey, it's illegal to serve alcohol to anyone under *.
She is *
And thats on the diner cameras i told my boss about that too
He would hit the one employee in the kitchen at night around the times i gave you
You can ask the employees there allen, stewert, Douglass, and me
What is the full name of the diner and its exact address?
I lost you
I'm sorry for any confusion, ****. Could you please clarify what specific legal issue you're facing with the Boulevard Diner?
I did
I'm sorry to hear that, ****. Could you please provide more details about the issue you faced with the Boulevard Diner?
You wanted the address and when i went to look it up the chat closed out
I apologize for the inconvenience. Could you please provide the address of the Boulevard Diner now?
* bergen boulevard North Bergen New Jersey
What is the specific legal issue you're facing with the Boulevard Diner at * Bergen Boulevard, North Bergen, New Jersey?
The Boulvard diner
I'm sorry to hear about your issue. Could you please provide more details about the specific legal problem you're facing with the Boulevard Diner?
*
What exactly is the legal problem you're facing with the Boulevard Diner located at * Bergen Boulevard, North Bergen, New Jersey, *?
Hello, my name is **** ****. The manager at my job has bee stealing tips from me and some of my coworkers. I told my boss three different times and we have cameras. He said he would take care of it and instead he let me go with no reason at all. The place is called the boulevard diner in North Bergen New Jersey. The manager kenny is also verbally abusive to the employees as myself andro customer's. Kenny also hits and old man that works there and notjing has been done. The second I talked to the owner who is my boss stelios on * different occasions he said he would take care of it but instead he would call me everyday for the past 4 days telling me to take the day off until I finally came in and his sister said her brother was supposed to call me and he had taken me off the schedule. They never gave me a reason why but i think its cause they knew i was going to start video taping the night manager yelling, cursing, and stealing my tips along with my coworkers. The diner has cameras everywhere where you can see him take money and hit an old man Allan that works there. I really need help. My number is (*)*-*. Thank you **** ****
Did you or any of your coworkers report these incidents to the local authorities?

In New Jersey, stealing tips is illegal and can be considered wage theft. Verbal and physical abuse can also be grounds for a lawsuit.
That was an email i wrote to another place
Did you document any of these incidents, such as dates, times, and specific instances of abuse or theft?
The diner has cameras everywhere and a coworker has proof and i have a chat i saved woth the hostess who now is leaving because of the nigjt manager kenny you can ask the workers there at night
Have you considered reporting this to the local labor board or police? In New Jersey, wage theft is a serious offense and can result in penalties for the employer.
He steals our tips
Did you or any of your coworkers report this tip theft to the local labor board or police?
No i wrote am email to a labor place i copy and paste it to you
Did you receive any response from the labor place you emailed? It's important to follow up on such complaints.
I just did it today
What was the response from the labor place you contacted?
I just list my job yesterday they kept tellingf me to take the day off so i finaly went to the diner and the sister was there and she said my brither never called you today i said no and she said he took you off the schedule and i think its because i told him i want something done about this i want my money and i don't deserve to be called bad names in front of customers he also treats customers bad
What evidence do you have of these incidents? It's crucial to gather as much evidence as possible when dealing with such issues.
His excuse was he cant find anyone that would work his hours for that pay
Do you have any written or recorded evidence of this excuse or any other inappropriate behavior from your employer?
I told my boss * different times and now i dont have a job
What evidence do you have of these conversations with your boss?
None they were in person at the diner where they have cameras everywhere
Did you or any of your coworkers request the footage from these cameras as evidence of the incidents?
And i have chats saved with co workers
Did you or your coworkers report these incidents to the local authorities or labor board?
No they are scared they will loose there job like me
What is the name of the labor board or organization you contacted? It's important to keep a record of all your communications for future reference.
But one co worker stewart has pictures
What kind of pictures does Stewart have and are they related to the incidents at the diner?
Money missing
What specific evidence does Stewart's pictures provide regarding the missing money?
The credit card tios he was supposed to get and the money thatbwas giving
What steps have you taken to secure these pictures as evidence for your case?
He would also take cash tips
Did Stewart or any other coworker report the cash tip theft to the local labor board or police?
No
What is the name of the labor board you contacted? It's important to follow up with them and provide any evidence you have, like the chats with coworkers and Stewart's pictures.
OMLS-Public
What was the response from OMLS-Public to your complaint?
I didnt get one yet i sent it today i just lost my job. I was hoping my boss stelios would tske care of it.
What is the full name of your boss, Stelios? It might be helpful for any potential legal proceedings.
I dont have it
Do you have any other evidence or witnesses who can support your claims against your boss and the manager?
Yes people who work there
What are the names and contact details of these witnesses? It's important to have their statements to support your case.
I don't have last names right now cause ill loose the chat again
What specific incidents do these witnesses have knowledge of?
Paula stewart allen dougless Alejandra
What specific incidents involving the manager or your boss can Paula, Stewart, Allen, Dougless, and Alejandra testify to?
Verble abuse, kenny stealing money, and physical abuse to allen
What steps have Paula, Stewart, Allen, Dougless, and Alejandra taken to report these incidents?
He would also talk about girl customers to me saying hiw he wants to jerk off in the bathroom
Paula quit her last day is the 6th
What specific incidents involving Kenny can Paula testify to before she quit?
Stewart is taking pictures and allen is scared he will loose his job if he tells the boss but the boss knows about kenny hitting him
What kind of pictures is Stewart taking and has Allen reported the physical abuse to the police?
No allen is scared
Has Allen considered seeking legal advice or contacting a local advocacy group for support?
I don't know i told him too i know if i start it he will speak up
What specific incidents involving Kenny can Allen testify to?
And the girl kenny guves drinks to is * and he dies it on the weekends at night around *-* am
Did the underage girl or anyone else report Kenny's actions of providing alcohol to a minor to the police?
No
What is the name of the underage girl who Kenny gives drinks to?
I told my boss
He didn't do anything
What is the name of your boss who didn't take any action?
The owner
What is the full name of the owner who didn't take any action?
Stelios
What is the full name of Stelios, the owner of the Boulevard Diner?
I don't know it off the top of my head but you can find it if you look up the diner online or call
What is the full name of the underage girl who Kenny gives drinks to?
Her name is angelica
What is Angelica's last name and does she have any evidence of Kenny providing her with drinks?
She works nights and is off monday
What is Angelica's age and does she have any evidence of Kenny providing her with drinks?
I don't know if she will tell on him but the diner has ut in camera
What is the exact date and time when Kenny provided drinks to Angelica? This information could be crucial for obtaining the relevant footage from the diner's cameras.
I would have to look it up but it happens alot
* weeks ago on a Saturday at *
What evidence do you have of this incident that occurred * weeks ago on a Saturday at *:*?
I think
I don't have pictures cause my old boss has cameras everywhere he asked me the times and i told him
Did your boss take any action after you provided him with the times of the incidents?
No.
What is the full name of your old boss who didn't take any action after you provided him with the times of the incidents?
Its Stelios
I told you i dont know his last name off the top of my head
What is the full name of the manager, Kenny, who has been stealing tips and being abusive?
I don't know but i can get it
Could you please provide Kenny's full name when you get it? This information could be crucial for your case.
He is the only kenny there
What specific incidents involving Kenny can you or your coworkers testify to?
I told you
Him stealing tips
Verble abuse
Him hitting allen
Giving drinks to a minor
Even customers will tell you
What are the names and contact details of these customers who can testify against Kenny?
Look up the diner
They wrote ot on the yelp reviews
I can gather names and get back to you
Do you have an email
Ill get all yhe information i can
My email is melissa262624@gmail.com and my number is *
What is the full name of the minor, Angelica, who was allegedly given drinks by Kenny?
I told u i will get it!!
Send me an email of what u need amd i will gather all the information
You keep asking me the same questions
Please i have to go
I sent my email and phone number