A simple trip to Costco turned into an unusual dating scenario for TikToker Celeste (@celestegrajedarojas), who shared her experience on the platform in a video that has now garnered over 181,200 views. Her story, about a Costco employee allegedly asking her out, sparked widespread discussion online.
What Happened at Costco?
Celeste explains that the interactions began while she was in the checkout line. The worker approached her and asked if she was single. Unsure how to respond, Celeste said yes but hesitated when he asked her out on a date.
“I just wanted some time to think about it,” Celeste said, asking him to follow up the next week if he saw her again. When she returned, the worker reportedly approached her and asked, “So how about that date?”
Celeste recalled asking for a concrete plan before sharing her number. The worker suggested options like going to a pool, a movie, or a restaurant, but she felt the ideas weren’t well thought out. She told him to come back with “an amazing date” she couldn’t refuse.
Online Reaction Divided
Commenters on TikTok were split in their opinions. Some found the worker’s approach unusual, while others felt Celeste was asking too much. One user wrote, “Pitch the date? Are you a venture capitalist?” Another commented, “You’re too much work girl.”
Some viewers questioned her frequent Costco visits. Celeste clarified that she owns a mobile bar and regularly shops there for supplies. Others suggested she switch stores entirely, to which she replied it would be worth the extra drive.
Costco’s Policies and Boundaries
Costco’s member policies do not explicitly forbid employees from asking members out. However, the company emphasizes that its warehouses must remain free from harassment and discrimination. Repeated unwanted attention could potentially make members feel uncomfortable and might be considered harassment.
Interestingly, netizens report that it is more common for members to ask employees out rather than the other way around. A Reddit user explained her discomfort after a member flirted and asked her out while she was working, causing her to avoid him.
Another user wondered whether it would be appropriate for a member to ask a worker out, sharing her experience of consistent eye contact with a Costco employee and seeking guidance online.
