A Reddit user known as Havocko shared a frustrating experience, explaining that he lost a new job just 2.5 hours after his first shift began, the Daily Dot reported. It is a tough situation for anyone, especially considering he had been searching for work for nearly ten months and had already exhausted his unemployment benefits. He originally found this opportunity through a temp agency, and he was initially optimistic because the pay was better than his previous role.
When he arrived at the office for his first day, the environment seemed positive. He noted that the kitchen and bathroom facilities were well-stocked, and the supervisor initially appeared friendly while showing him around.
Things felt like they were off to a good start until the training process became a bit disjointed. A trainer took over for the supervisor, but she eventually had to step away for a meeting, leaving the new hire waiting. When she returned, she asked him to wait while she completed some work, only to suggest he take an early lunch shortly before noon. He followed instructions and left the building, but that is when he received a call from the temp agency informing him that he was being let go
The reason provided was hygiene issues, which left the man completely blindsided
He stated, “I was let go from my new job after 2.5hrs.” He was particularly confused because he had taken a shower and put on a fresh polo shirt that morning. He mentioned that his pants might have needed a lint roller, but he felt he was otherwise well-groomed. He even wondered if a small, involuntary action like scratching his nose or burping with his mouth closed could have somehow been misinterpreted by his new colleagues.
I was let go from my new job after 2.5hrs.
by u/Havocko in BoyDinnerDiaries
The situation became even more difficult because the company and the supervisor refused to provide any further details regarding the decision. To make matters worse, the temp agency seemed to side with the employer and stopped responding to his inquiries. This lack of communication left him with no clear path forward or actionable feedback.
The post on the subreddit r/BoyDinnerDiaries quickly gained traction, racking up over 5,600 upvotes as people weighed in with their own theories. Some commenters suggested that the company might have used the cleanliness claim as a convenient excuse for a different issue, while others speculated about body or breath odor.
One user asked if he smoked cigarettes or marijuana, as those scents can be quite persistent. The original poster clarified that he does not smoke and lives in a smoke-free environment. He also noted that he had specifically asked two people if they noticed any odor on him, and they confirmed they did not. When someone suggested he might have used too much body spray, he dismissed that as a likely cause.
Other users in the thread offered practical advice on maintaining a rigorous hygiene routine, including focusing on oral care and the cleanliness of shoes. Many people pointed out that temp work is often inherently uncertain.
Published: Sep 17, 2026 06:18 pm