Your comment about mobility got me thinking. Is your concern regarding the additional hours relating to physical demands or time demands? I worked food service for many years in the past. In my experience it was hectic, stressful and physical demanding work with most of the hours being on your feet. Perhaps the position in delivery at the auto supply place will be more hours but it may be less physically demanding and stressful for you?
Seems like a sound decision. A second interview will give you more information about what the job will be like. You can always say no after you learn more (and if they offer you the job).
I would think the stress level would be lower (outside of the first two or so weeks of just a learning curve) than where you were. Would have a general route and probably not a lot of surprises.
Same boat here. Retired from the Army after 26 years and it was hard to adjust. I went back to work for government contracting for a year. I just got sick of the stress and pressure of time lines, emails, work cell phone on the night stand so I quit. Then went to work as a life guard at the local gym. Best job I ever had. Did that for 5 years and finally retired completely. Now I work in my garage doing wood working.
Lean into how long you were at OC. I'm telling ya, that's a rarity anywhere. You are the epitome of a loyal son forever true.
Cart before the horse maybe, but they'd be lucky to get you!
