azadeh mortazavi
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I had a highly disappointing experience at the ZWILLING store. On Friday at 5 PM, I purchased an Electric Salt and Pepper Mill, and the cashier, Tatiyana, assured me that I had 30 days for a full return. However, when my husband returned the product the next day at 10 AM, the staff refused to accept it, claiming it had been "used."
I went back in the afternoon to try and resolve the issue. The staff took the product to the back for an unusually long time and then returned, reiterating that, as they had told my husband, they would not take it back. I asked to speak with a manager multiple times but was told she wouldn't come out since they weren't accepting the return.
In frustration, I went to the back and asked the manager directly to come out. When she did, she was extremely rude, repeating that the product had been used and that they couldn’t take it back. I explained that I hadn't even had enough time to charge or use it, but she dismissed me with the same response, raising her voice and being disrespectful.
What made matters worse was her insulting remark, saying "you all say the same story," which was both rude and offensive. When I asked for her name, she refused to answer and became more hostile. I followed her with my camera, requesting her name, but she slammed the door in my face.
For reference, I’ve attached pictures of the manager with long hair, and videos of the interaction are also available upon request.
This was an incredibly frustrating experience. If the product was indeed used, it would be even worse, as it suggests I was sold a second-hand item. Most troubling of all, the manager’s behavior was unprofessional, rude, and discriminatory. I am filing a formal complaint with the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario (HRTO) as I believe I was mistreated during this interaction.
I would not recommend shopping at this store based on my experience.