[Homer]

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I don't think that the hostess is qualified to enter into an agreement on behalf of the establishment.

If I were the owner I would have said "Oh my hostess told you we sing happy birthday here?"

Dad: Yes
Me: One moment please
*Brings hostess over*
Me: Did you tell this man that we would sing his child happy birthday?
Host: Yes
Me: You're fired. We'll mail you your check.

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wow, that is harsh. just inform the hostess that they do not sing happy birthday and if she is unsure of any policies in the future, she should refer the question to the owner/shift manager/whoever. obviously, if she keeps making stupid mistakes she should be canned.