Hey everyone,

I’ve been working at a supermarket here in Auckland, and I’ve noticed something that’s been concerning me. Our manager recently hired five new part-time staff members who all share the same cultural background as the manager. At the same time, I’ve seen several local Kiwis apply for part-time positions but not get hired.

I’m starting to wonder if there’s some favoritism happening in the hiring process. Has anyone else noticed something similar at their workplaces? Is this a common issue, or am I overthinking it?

I believe in equal opportunity employment and think diversity in the workplace benefits everyone. I’d really appreciate hearing your thoughts or any experiences you’ve had related to this.