A video circulating online shows a North Carolina man being informed that he has lost his job while on his way to work, prompting widespread reactions after the unexpected clip was shared on social media. The man reportedly worked for a restaurant in Raleigh called Big Cat, though the exact circumstances surrounding his dismissal have not been independently confirmed.
The clip is accompanied by additional context in its caption, which reads, “They fired me otw to work so I turned up on they ssa like they wanted,” and begins with the North Carolina man arriving at work and greeting his boss.
After explaining that he was 30 minutes late due to his Uber being delayed and having to take the bus, the Big Cat employee reminds him that he should have sent a text to notify them of the delay. Because he is late for his shift, the employee informs him that his employment is being terminated, saying, “I don’t think we can continue on.”
The man disputes the decision, asking, “Okay, so you fired me on my way here? Knowing that I was coming?” The manager responds that he was not aware the man was already on his way to work. The man also raises concerns that he was expected to study for a test outside of working hours.
As the situation escalates, the employee asks him to leave, but the man begins shouting and using expletives. He states, “I’m gonna leave whichever [expletive] way I feel like it. And when the Department of Labor gets to know that you had me study for a test off of the clock, they will be in contact. Move out of my way.”
What follows is a brief exchange over the expectation that he study the menu while off the clock.
The man eventually leaves the premises, stating, “Big Cat has asked their employees to work off the clock. Does that seem fair?” before catching a bus.
Social Media Reacts to the Viral Clip
The video has sparked multiple reactions online, with users debating the circumstances surrounding the incident and sharing mixed opinions on the man’s response. On Reddit, one user commented, ““I COULD CALL AN UBER, BUT I’M GONNA WAIT FOR THE BUS!” Even during his crash out he knew he couldn’t afford Uber anymore.” A second chimed in with, “Idk if he’s right or not, but I don’t want to work any shifts with him.” while a third penned, “Not giving a heads up you will be late is a [expletive] move.”
A fourth netizen focused on his issue about having to learn the menu off the clock, writing, “Unless you are working at the Cheesecake Factory, it shouldn’t take much time to memorize a restaurant menu. This fool is acting like they asked him to pass the bar exam.”
The video continues to circulate online, drawing ongoing debate among viewers over workplace expectations, employee rights, and the circumstances shown in the clip. While some users sympathise with the man’s concerns about being asked to complete tasks off the clock, others argue that communication and punctuality were central to the outcome. At this time, the situation remains based on the footage shared online, with no further details independently confirmed.
