A jobseeker in Singapore had an unexpected experience after rejecting a job offer. During the interview, which took place in a café at the recruiter's request, the recruiter even offered to buy the jobseeker coffee. However, when the jobseeker later declined the offer, the company staff allegedly demanded payment for the coffee consumed during the interview. The jobseeker shared the incident on social media, and it quickly went viral.

On May 15th, the jobseeker, referred to as S, posted screenshots on Facebook showcasing the text conversation with a company employee. The conversation revealed that the employee asked S to transfer S$6.50 (roughly RM30) to cover the cost of the coffee bought during the interview. This request left S bewildered, as he had never encountered such a situation before.

In response, S expressed his surprise and disappointment, highlighting the unprofessional nature of requesting payment for coffee after an interview. He also suggested that other potential candidates be made aware of this expectation. The jobseeker's post gained attention and received mixed reactions from the public.

This Facebook post eventually went viral, prompting various reactions from netizens. Following the social media uproar, a manager from the company reached out to S to apologize for the employee's actions. The manager assured S that the money would be refunded promptly. S later confirmed receiving the refund, indicating the company's effort to rectify the situation.

According to S, the employee initially arranged to meet at the company's office but redirected him to a nearby café for the interview. She ordered the coffee on his behalf, and after the interview, she mentioned that she would stay at the café to work. S left the café without suspecting any additional requests.

S ultimately declined the job offer due to its commission-based structure. However, he was surprised when the employee asked for payment for the coffee after his decision. This prompted him to contact the manager and share his experience on social media.

The company involved, Sirius Star Marketing, released a public statement and apology on May 18 through Instagram. They acknowledged the employee's actions, stating that it did not align with the company's values. The employee in question faced appropriate consequences, expressed remorse, and was dealt with internally. The company extended their regret for any disappointment or concern caused by the incident and requested respect for the employee's privacy.

This incident serves as a reminder for companies to maintain professionalism throughout the hiring process and ensure their employees adhere to ethical standards. Or... face the internet should they ever go viral.

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Story taken from: mustsharenews.com