Sorry but they shouldn't of given the lady a discount. OP should've paid for it out of their own pocket because your boss wouldn't have grounds to fire you then

It's a business, if you're short then get out of line or order something less expensive. It's not being cruel to ask the customer to have the proper funds. If its short a few cents then let it slide otherwise unless you own it keep it professional. During my cashier stints I was stoic and too the point and over time I heard fewer sob stories. If you're going on a guilt trip I'm staying at home.

Sadly we live in a world where doing a decent thing is a problem

What did you expect? Don't get me wrong, it's nice what you did, but you can't expect everyone else to not want the same treatment.

You did the right thing, i worked in fast food for a few years until i graduated from college. People for the most part, suck and are going to treat fast food employees like crap. Theres a reason for the most part nice people get better and some times more food than you jerks.

Shouldn't have.* Sorry, it's a pet peeve of mine :(

Good job being sympathetic. The others didn't need a discount, they are just selfish people. A good thing to rememper as a customer is "Appreciate good customer service, but don't demand it. You do not own the world, and you are not entitled to anything, so enjoy what good you do get".

Welcome to the concept of 'equality'. It applies universally, not according to your whims.

If something like that happens again, apologize and tell them that it was your employee meal for the day, and when you go on lunch, you will now be paying full price as well.

Just like how teachers tell you not to bring gum to school. You pull it out and instantly, everyone knows and wants a piece.