In your opinion is it considered rude to not smile and simply say "how can I help you?" While working behind the counter

According to my boss that's rude and I should be cheery and welcoming to customers. I am welcoming I'm saying hi what can I get for you. I just don't smile or don't find it necessary to be animated. On another note if I'm busy making drinks I'm not going to look up to greet everyone. I just want to focus on making good drinks ok don't bug me.

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exexec · 70-79, C

Smiling makes me think you really want to help me. No smile tells me you don't really care.

Crimsondrops · 36-40, M

@exexec Truth is I don't really care and just wish to get through my day without any hiccups. Obviously I can't come right out and say that at work but I honestly just want to work my shift and go home.

exexec · 70-79, C

@Crimsondrops It sounds like you need to look for a different job.

Crimsondrops · 36-40, M

@exexec I do, I am beyond burnt out but unfortunately I can't find anything that pays as well.

exexec · 70-79, C

@Crimsondrops I understand. Keep looking. Something will open up when you least expect it.