Are Forced 5-Star Reviews Ruining Dining?

Ever been told to beg for 5-star reviews at work? Welcome to my world as a server at a big-name restaurant. Lately, management is obsessed with us getting perfect reviews—specifically 5 stars, with our names mentioned. If we don’t, our shifts get cut or we’re stuck with the worst tables. Honestly, it feels awkward and fake. I’ve never dined out and had someone say, “Hey, can you write me a glowing review and make sure you mention my name?” It’s like we’re actors in a weird customer service play. The best feedback I’ve ever gotten was unprompted and real—not something I had to fish for. Our place already has a 4.5 on Google, so why the pressure? I just want to serve good food and have genuine interactions, not chase after stars like I’m in some reality show. Anyone else dealing with this? How do you handle it? #restaurantlife #foodservice #honestreviews #workstruggles #fivestarpressure #Food #Foodie