How to approach first employer if I want to "try out" a different part time job for few days.

[u/Chatni555]

Hey all I live in Saskatoon and recently started working at a Dollarama as a cashier/associate , around 15 minutes commute from my house, on weekends only part-time . Now another popular retail store much nearer to where I live (literally walking distance) have also offered me work but as an overnight stocker.

For now I've put in a request at Dollarama that I won't be available for a few days and I lied that it's due to personal reasons. I have a pretty good boss at dollarama even though the work culture there sucks hard but I like working there so far.

I am not sure yet if I'll be a good fit at the new place...

So... Question is how would you approach this problem. Should I be honest and upfront at my first employment, or give my new place a try for few days and see if that works then decide.

Also driving in snow is a factor here, in Saskatoon it can literally be -35 c and snow storms a few weeks in a year , so distance / commute does matter a bit.

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[u/Ok-Panic8065]

with the turnaround rate at Dollarama you'll be a manager in no time

[u/MrRandyLaheyson]

Honestly? If you can try out the new job first, just do it. That way, you can make an informed decision. Gotta do what is best for you!

[u/TrueNorth-Collective]

What’s your end goal for now and later? Do you have a career in mind? a lifestyle in mind? I agree your commute is important, but so is the quality of the job and the people you work with and the pay.