Dear Kim (RESUME_EXPERT),

I am not sure if I am in the correct forum but you were helpful before so I thought I would at least start with you, if that is okay.

I gave notice at my current job a while ago and I am about to leave, but am having difficulty phrasing a request to my employers.

This is a bit strange, but I do not want them to give out my contact information (address, phone, email, etc.) or information about my new job (name, address, etc.) to anyone who may call or come by the store (it is a fast food restaurant). There are two people in my personal life who I do not want to have this information, if they should call or come by the store, and I am concerned that someone there may give out that information. I am also concerned that these two people may use a family emergency/death to get this information. I just want to make it clear to my employers that I do not want any information about me given out under any circumstance, no matter the emergency.
This is very uncomfortable for me to bring up here and to them, but it is something I am having to deal with.

I am sorry such an uncomfortable topic, but would you be able to give me advice (or refer me to someone/a forum) on how I can phrase this without making my employers uncomfortable or think I am strange/paranoid? Also, should I write this request down to make it more 'official'?

I appreciate your help.

Sincerely,
study267

Hi study267,

Employers and staff aren't supposed to reveal personal details about you, but that doesn't mean it won't happen if someone comes in and is very convincing about needing your information. It seems like something you should discuss personally with each staff and manager at the restaurant vs. writing an official letter. It will be uncomfortable to discuss, but it sounds like you need to do this and honesty is usually the best approach.

If you are being harassed/stalked or your safety is in jeopardy, please reach out to law enforcement and/or seek an order of protection if needed.

Please stop by again and let us know how you're doing!

Thank you for your advice. I went ahead and told my supervisor; I was a little concerned about the response, but they were understanding about my request.
I really appreciate your help and understanding.

Sincerely,
study267

Hi study267,

That is wonderful -- I'm glad you had the discussion with your supervisor and that it went well. Wishing you good luck!