The convenience store took heat last month about the policy that people with visible dental issues would not be hired to work at Sheetz.
said it has discontinued is controversial “smile policy” that said people with visible dental issues would not be hired.that the employee handbook says “applicants with obvious missing, broken, or badly discolored teeth are not qualified for employment with Sheetz.”“Our culture at Sheetz has always been centered on respect and putting our employees, customers and communities first.
“Recently through employee feedback, we have learned that the smile policy is not aligned with these values from their perspective. We agree. Effective immediately, this policy is discontinued. We are committed to ensuring our policies moving forward are equitable and celebrate the diverse experiences, individual identities and unique perspectives of our employees.”
Business Insider reported that an Ohio woman quit after asking Sheetz for time off to have work done to replace teeth she had lost “as a result of domestic abuse by an ex-spouse.” She said her manager at the convenience store wanted a “detailed timeline showing when the procedures would take place and how much they would cost.”If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
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