First Summer Jobs of Rinehardt Law Staff
Stephanie Hunt: My first summer job was at Dairyland in Mansfield. I was hired at the age of 15 as a carhop. I absolutely loved this job. It was a blast running back and forth to cars to take orders, delivering their food on a tray that hooked onto their window, and waiting outside for the next car to pull in. I remember having to learn how to cash people out right at their car with the money in my belt bag and had to learn how to figure out money exchanges in my head. Calculators were not a part of the gig. They gave us a food allowance each shift, and every time I worked, I got a pizza burger and a banana milkshake for free. I had not been to Dairyland for several years (likely decades) until earlier this summer when my family took a trip there for ice cream. And you guessed it, I got a banana milkshake and it was delicious. Fun fact: Dairyland was opened in 1947 and still resides at the same location. And yes, they even still have carhops!
Carrie Byus: I started working at Kroger when I was just 14 years old. Back then, they had a policy of “all lanes open from 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.” and they would staff them with “mini minors” as we were called (14 and 15 year olds.) We could only work 2.5 hours per day but could work 8 hours on weekends.
I started as a bagger, worked up to cashier, assisted in produce, and then made my way to the Customer Service desk. I’m pictured here with Randy, who was the head of produce, at an event we attended for Kroger. I enjoyed the job and people and only left to have a schedule with set hours, as I would have to wait each week to see what shift I would be working for the following week. I’m glad I started working so young; it helped me build a strong work ethic.
Kristin Gleason: Most kids at 14 are babysitting or flipping burgers — but me? I was running an entire office. My first job was as the office manager for my stepdad’s rental company here in Mansfield. I handled everything from rent and deposits to payroll, maintenance scheduling, and even balancing the books. It was a crash course in responsibility (and QuickBooks!). A few years later, I even had to come back and fix the mess the next person made — proof that teenage me was doing something right! It definitely set the tone for my work ethic and love of staying organized behind the scenes. Beth Ryan: My most memorable summer job as a teen was as a server at the Ohio State University Golf Course restaurant. We were open to the public for lunch Monday through Saturday and served brunch on Sundays. We also catered special events in the evening, such as a “training table” where the Ohio State football players would devour a fabulous meal the night before a home game. These were very large men who would be served a gigantic meal and then motion a server over and ask us for another steak. The Ohio State trainers said that under no circumstances were we to serve the football players any extra food. I guess they had to watch their waistlines, too! It was fun to meet the players, and they seemed to appreciate our efforts.
Courtney Townsend: Back in the summer of 2017, I stepped through the doors of Kuhn’s Bridal and Formal Outlet for the very first time. The shop, owned by a close family friend, became my behind-the-scenes classroom in all things tulle, satin, and sequins. The instant a bride-to- be’s face lit up as she slipped into her dream dress, I realized this job was anything but ordinary. Some days, I’d guide hopeful customers through racks upon racks of lace and chiffon, searching for “the one” that would make her heart flutter as she walked down the aisle. Other afternoons, I’d find myself elbow-deep in glossy catalogs, passionately debating with the team over whether a particular design was an absolute must-have or a total fashion faux pas. Our arguments over “ugly” dresses could rival even the liveliest courtroom banter! Even now, I still occasionally slip back into Kuhn’s on weekends and during the summer months. Whether I’m offering dress-fitting tips, catalog critiques, or simply sharing a laugh over the poofiest prom gowns, I always leave with a smile!
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