Someone please explain capitalism to Delta Airlines: Seeks Volunteers to Fill Vacancies at Airport Lounges

“Just come to the ATL airport for a few hours to help with cleaning, wiping tables, running food, restocking food buffets, etc,” the company said in its message to employees. It advised volunteers to wear business casual black pants and white shirts, and said they would be provided with aprons.

While volunteers are needed “at all times,” there is a limit of three days per person per month, the carrier said. “Ideally we’ll be working each week to fill volunteer slots for the following week.”

The employees won’t receive any pay or compensation for helping out at the loyalty lounges.

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Here's a pro-tip, if you can't hire workers, offer a better wage. Or improve your employment practices.

If your business model includes making existing workers "volunteer" three days a month for other vacant positions - you have a failed business model and belong in the dust bin of capitalism