How Two Teens Shut Down a Pizza Giant (With a Side of Petty Revenge)
Teenagers and pizza: a match made in heaven, right? One’s the universal favorite food; the other, the ultimate part-time employee. But what happens when a couple of teens get a little too sauced up—by their bosses’ arrogance, not the tomato kind? You get one of Reddit’s most satisfying slices of petty revenge, served piping hot and cheesy.
Let’s set the scene: two high schoolers, a beloved Canadian pizza chain (rhymes with “nut”), and a management crew of college kids riding a power trip. What could possibly go wrong? As it turns out, everything… for the management, that is.
Dough, Disrespect, and the Power of “No”
Our story begins with u/Drafixo, a 15-year-old looking to make some honest dough, literally and figuratively. The arena job was out (thanks to pesky age restrictions and pool chemicals), so it was off to the pizza place. Not exactly a dream gig, but hey, every hero’s journey starts somewhere humble.
Within a month, management asked Drafixo to learn the arcane art of dough-making—a task that demanded 6 a.m. weekend shifts. That’s a brutal ask for any teenager, especially with the promise that it’d only be once a month. Spoiler: that promise was as thin as a cracker crust. Suddenly, every Saturday belonged to Drafixo, and every Sunday to his friend Scott—because nothing says “teamwork” like exploiting the two youngest staffers.
When confronted, management laughed it off. After all, what were the kids going to do? Quit? They needed the job, right? The older employees found it hilarious—until karma decided to add extra cheese.
The Sweet, Cheesy Symphony of Revenge
Enter the twist: the arena job came through. Not just for Drafixo, but for Scott too. With new jobs lined up, it was time for some deliciously petty revenge, fresh out of the oven.
Drafixo arrived for his infamous Saturday shift and did… absolutely nothing. No dough, no effort, just chocolate milk and thumb-twirling in a booth. When management arrived, Drafixo handed in his apron with a grin, reminding them that he still had to be paid for the shift—after all, he was technically “working.” The look on the manager’s face? Priceless.
But wait, there’s more! Scott pulled the exact same move on Sunday. No dough, no pizzas, no way the shop could open. The busiest pizza place in town was forced to close for not one, but two days. In the food service world, that’s an absolute calamity.
Why This Tastes So Good
Why is this story so satisfying? Sure, there’s the David vs. Goliath aspect—two teens sticking it to a group of cocky college managers. But it’s also a masterclass in the art of petty revenge: no yelling, no drama, just a quiet, well-timed refusal to play along.
There’s a deeper lesson here, too. Underestimate your youngest team members at your own peril. Teenagers might need jobs, but they also have options—and memories like elephants. Promise them fair treatment, then break it, and you might find yourself short on staff, short on dough, and very short on open hours.
The post’s popularity (over 18,000 upvotes and hundreds of comments) shows just how many people have been in similar shoes. Whether you’ve flipped burgers, folded shirts, or, yes, made pizza dough, there’s a universal thrill in seeing a crappy boss get their just desserts.
The Grind Behind the Dough
For anyone who thinks “just make more dough!” is easy, Drafixo’s edit is a reality check. Dough-making in a busy pizza joint isn’t just mixing flour and water—it’s a six-hour marathon of mixing, portioning, oiling, and proofing, with no time to rest. Skimp on this, and you face a pizza apocalypse: flat pies, angry customers, and a ruined weekend.
The real kicker? Management never bothered to train anyone else. The entire operation balanced on the shoulders of two teens, and when those teens walked, everything fell apart. Sometimes, the smallest cogs are the most important.
The Last Slice
So next time you bite into a perfect slice, maybe spare a thought for the teens in the back, and the managers who (hopefully) treat them right. And if you’re ever tempted to break a promise to your employees, remember: revenge is best served cold. Or, in this case, with no dough at all.
Got your own tale of workplace justice, sweet or savory? Drop it in the comments below. Because nothing brings people together quite like pizza—and a well-earned, petty victory.
What would you have done in Drafixo’s shoes? Ever had a boss who bit off more than they could chew? Share your stories below!
Original Reddit Post: Closed a popular pizza place for 2 days