I work in a restaurant and in my city, like most, Valentine's day is one of THE busiest nights of the year no matter where you work. I had made everyone aware well in advance that it was going to be a crazy dinner service, and we'd all be kept late.

I come in to find that the other bartender had broken up with her boyfriend of 4 years THAT morning. She's upset and in a state. 

The kitchen manager has already decided to send her home. (He is new to the country and hasn't worked much in restaurants so doesnt realise what we're in for). I repeatedly try to communicate my concerns, I am adamant that she has to stay. We cannot be short staffed, two of the servers are brand new. 

I offered compromises such as her solely covering takeout/delivery &amp; answering the phones. She would be completely away from face to face interactions, that way we weren't completely losing a person. Also told her she was more than welcome to take an hour to go for a walk, call somebody, go collect herself, etc. She would not be needed until the rush started. 

He sends her home any ways, telling the girl he's not a HEARTLESS MONSTER, alluding that I am being unreasonable expecting her to stay. 

Just a side note, I am female and have worked through difficult situations before. But now he has a total dislike for me because I was adamant that she work. 
