I dreamed I was working in a restaurant. They were being rude and making a bunch of demands, like heavily, over the top nickpicking. They already were very demanding with what to where, even having our uniforms checked outside before work. Everything had to be ironed perfectly and our shoes shined. I worked somewhere similar to this in real life. I was like how did I get back here? But now they were way more critical and demanding. I had been offered another job. My mom said it was available. I’d be an administrator assistant. It paid ok. It was much better than this job. But in the back of my mind, I really hoped to one day have a much more fulfilling career.
Dreams about work often reflect how we feel about our responsibilities, obligations, and self-worth. In this dream, working in a restaurant that is extremely demanding and critical may symbolize feeling undervalued or overwhelmed in a current situation. The high level of nitpicking and micromanagement could represent feeling scrutinized and judged in your waking life or possibly experiencing perfectionist tendencies either from yourself or others.
The contrast with the offer of a better job as an administrator assistant suggests that you desire a more fulfilling and rewarding career path. Your mother's role in the dream could symbolize support or guidance from a maternal figure or your own nurturing instincts. This new job opportunity may represent a longing for a change or advancement in your professional life, where you feel more appreciated and satisfied.
Overall, this dream could be highlighting your feelings of being stuck in a difficult or unfulfilling situation at work and your aspirations for a better future. It may be a reflection of your subconscious desires for growth, recognition, and contentment in your career. Consider exploring ways to make positive changes in your work environment or pursue opportunities that align more with your aspirations and values.