QFC

QFC initially did a great job of routing people through the store. Now it seems more disorganized and people have much greater chance of having close contact with other customers coming down the aisle in the opposite direction. The self checkout area has customers way too close together, especially when a QFC clerk needs to intervene. He was within a foot of me and let his frustration get the better of him. (I was being billed $150 for two avocados! He had to do multiple resets and in all cases was practically in my face. I talked to a store supervisor and she admitted that they were actively encouraging customers to use self checkout, which is why fewer clerks are at the checkout lanes. This puts more customers at risk of close contact due to the cramped layout of this area (and the actions of the clerk overseeing the transactions). I like shopping at QFC but don’t feel as safe shopping there now.

Went in for a quick glass bottle return and was helped by the kindest gentleman in the self check lane. Then, some beautiful plants caught my eye...but none had price tags! The sweet lady that was in charge of the floral/plant section was exceptionally kind and helpful with a price check and ringing up my items. So thankful to both of these kind employees who were both genuine and friendly!