I am not a liberty to disclose where I work so do not ask. I work in a small winery for harvest right now and I must say...I hate how I am being treated.
To preface what I am about to say, I am not a racist or an intolerant person, just seeking proper communication. The problem I am having is that I am but a few fluent English speakers on a team that is mostly Spanish only speakers, or those with only a small grasp on the English language.
My cellar master will give directions in Spanish and only upon my constant requests give me directions in English and they are never what the rest of the crew are doing. It is always shit work Like I am some idiot. I have worked in the cellar before many times. I know my shit. I know stuff that is privy to wine makers as well, so I am far from being an idiot. I am being treated like an idiot for knowing my language fluently, and mi espenol no bueno, para englase por favor.
In my opinion, I was born here and raised here. 90-99% of all tv, radio and news publications, signs and business are English speaking business. Shouldn't you know the language if you are a citizen. Furthermore. I do not like the attitude that because I can not speak Spanish that good that I must be treated like a retard. I learned how to work in a winery and have years of experience. I should have the respect I deserve. I treat others with respect, why cant I get the respect I deserve. I am learning Spanish, but it is depriving me of learning more about the industry I so love.
