Z Harvest Cafe

07/04/09

One of the least professional establishments around!

by servergirl123

This is one place to stay away from...I worked there for a few brief weeks a couple of years ago and it was the worst place I have ever encountered. The owner Mary is a controlling, narcissistic, rude and obnoxious charlatan who talks about the entire staff behind their backs. She stole Gary (the other owner) away from his wife and kids. She screams and yells and throws tantrums like a 2 year old. After I put 2 scoops of chocolate instead of 1 scoop on a dish of dessert, she screamed obscenities at me in front of the whole restaurant. She began slamming herself against the wall and banging on the counter tops like a bratty child. Her husband/adulterous co-owner tried to convince me to stay but I had had enough. I could not handle her. Then, she stole ALL of my tips from me - I never received a dime of the tips I earned in the 3 weeks I was there - she kept them all. This is one of the worst women on earth - not just for the restaurant business, but as a human being in general. She is pure evil to the core. I would NEVER NEVER NEVER recommend this place to anyone - people like her DO NOT deserve the business.

• Cons: EVERYTHING!!

10/13/08

Please opt for take-out

by UWGBgoer

I found Z Harvest to be simply adorable and when I inquired about available positions they told me I'd have the job for sure . Looking back I should have assumed something was wrong when they seemed so desperate.

The lady-owner treated me quite poorly. I was never good enough and was constantly being complained about behind my back. Even more awful, when I'd ask her if something was wrong she would never give me an explanation as to why she ranted and vented about me to other employees. I never received any feedback, just dirty looks, yelling and swearing when i was out of sight (not out of hearing range).

Putting my two weeks in even hurt on a more personal level because I felt I was starting to develop relationships with the customers. I felt I was beginning to make Z Harvest a more friendly place when I was there. I like seeing others enjoy themselves and laugh during lunch!

I am never one to leave others high-&-dry and I have a sincere concern for others wishes and well-being but after two full weeks of making myself ill from worrying about my next shift, I called the owner wanting to talk about me finishing out my two weeks. After she hung up on me and called me back, she briefly told me she did not want to waste her time with me any longer and again hung up on me. Not wanting to be walked over any longer, I composed a letter and left it on their front counter wishing them the best but expressing that I felt it would be best if I did not return.

I am still supposed to be receiving pay from there but as was mentioned by another, I am unsure if I will really ever get it all.

I encourage take out if at all possible. This way you can avoid the staff as much as possible.

I would like to thank you for your time and I am so glad I have people to relate to about all of this.

Pros: great food, diverse decor & music

Cons: pricey menu, the wait-staff that has been created by one of the unprofessional owners

10/02/08

Best Place in Green Bay!

by queensqueen

Absolutely my favorite restaurant in GB. This is always where we bring guests and colleagues on a business dinner. I appreciate good food and the food here is great. Daily specials are fabulous. The soups are always a great start, especially lobster bisque. Some of my favorites are the Potato Crusted Salmon and the Shrimp and Scallop Saute. Wonderful decor, changes with the seasons. Not quite a full bar but the Margaritas are tasty! We are always made to feel welcome. The service can be slow at times, Jim is the best! Very convenient to the University. If there is a performance at the Weidner Center that night be sure to make a reservation. No need to dress up.

• Pros: menu, ambience, owners are friendly and gracious
• Cons: very busy if there is a show at the Weidner Center