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What am I supposed to say in the interview/ application for restaurant server/ food and beverage jobs?
Asked by theone111
Currently, I work a very part time job at a cafe for one night shift and one day shift/ week. I really like the people and the place but I don't get the hours that I need.Therefore, I need another job. Also, I'm pursuing an acting career and like my days free for auditions. I'm an LA actor. Thus, I'd like to get another P/T night job at another restaurant, however when I write down my availabilty on the job application, I cross out all the days and Thursday night and Sunday day because I'm working at the other place. Does this totally ruin my chances of getting another part time job because I don't have open availability? Do other people just say that they have open availability and then when they get the job tell them when they really can and can't work? Also, what are the important things to tell the interviewer in a restaurant server interview? What are the important questions to ask when they say do you have any questions for me?
Asked by theone111
Currently, I work a very part time job at a cafe for one night shift and one day shift/ week. I really like the people and the place but I don't get the hours that I need.Therefore, I need another job. Also, I'm pursuing an acting career and like my days free for auditions. I'm an LA actor. Thus, I'd like to get another P/T night job at another restaurant, however when I write down my availabilty on the job application, I cross out all the days and Thursday night and Sunday day because I'm working at the other place. Does this totally ruin my chances of getting another part time job because I don't have open availability? Do other people just say that they have open availability and then when they get the job tell them when they really can and can't work? Also, what are the important things to tell the interviewer in a restaurant server interview? What are the important questions to ask when they say do you have any questions for me?
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i started off working in the restuarant indusrty when i was 14 years old for my first job so i will tell you what i know about experience crossing out or noting days you are not available will not neccessarely ruin your chances. they have to understand that you can not work those hours and ses if you will fit into their needs...maybe they have other empoyees who work those day currently however can work other days so you can fill the shifts you're availble for. be honest...i always go into a job on the right foot. outright and honest. i even tell them straight up in the interviewing process that i need certain days i am already aware of off for vacation needs. has always gone over well for me this way, in fact i find they appreciate it more rather then working their restaurant around one thing but then upon hiring, they realise they now need to work around changes. second, the interview. tell them your experience. not just what you do now. ex. if you are a server however have helped out a few shifts as a hostess, even though this isnt your job category...tell them. this may keep them noted about any possible training opportunities they may be able to advance you through. and third and possibly the most inportant part of the whole process. the free question period. key things to consider when this part of the interview arrives: any residing questions you have that were not answered throughout the interviewer taking any new questions or clarifications you need from things that have already been talked about what it is you need to expect what they look for in an employee how they recognise their team of employees (this depends on the size of the restaurant...i worked at the keg, they had big employee functions and events, soem smaller places have things like christmas parties) one that i love to ask is what is the most challenging part of the job...this shows you're interested and that you're ready for the worst part of it now....not three months down the road when you werent expecting it all to hit thats about all i can think of based on the answers you were looking for good luck!
personal experience
Answered by fugiosko
i started off working in the restuarant indusrty when i was 14 years old for my first job so i will tell you what i know about experience crossing out or noting days you are not available will not neccessarely ruin your chances. they have to understand that you can not work those hours and ses if you will fit into their needs...maybe they have other empoyees who work those day currently however can work other days so you can fill the shifts you're availble for. be honest...i always go into a job on the right foot. outright and honest. i even tell them straight up in the interviewing process that i need certain days i am already aware of off for vacation needs. has always gone over well for me this way, in fact i find they appreciate it more rather then working their restaurant around one thing but then upon hiring, they realise they now need to work around changes. second, the interview. tell them your experience. not just what you do now. ex. if you are a server however have helped out a few shifts as a hostess, even though this isnt your job category...tell them. this may keep them noted about any possible training opportunities they may be able to advance you through. and third and possibly the most inportant part of the whole process. the free question period. key things to consider when this part of the interview arrives: any residing questions you have that were not answered throughout the interviewer taking any new questions or clarifications you need from things that have already been talked about what it is you need to expect what they look for in an employee how they recognise their team of employees (this depends on the size of the restaurant...i worked at the keg, they had big employee functions and events, soem smaller places have things like christmas parties) one that i love to ask is what is the most challenging part of the job...this shows you're interested and that you're ready for the worst part of it now....not three months down the road when you werent expecting it all to hit thats about all i can think of based on the answers you were looking for good luck!
personal experience
Answered by fugiosko
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You need to get your schedules in order and make your acting career priority. I urge you to have time slot that fits a part time job that give you enough hours. Then you have an energy to go for audition. Remember try to apply to the right restaurant that have the celebrities hang out or the people in the movie business. Your chance to get audition is more if you know what so and so. You chance to get a part is easy. Please revise your option and set a new plan for your future. If you live in L.A. I urge you to attend film classes and script writing at UCLA. You just take it for fun in order to meet the producers, screen writers as well as actors. Good luck my friend and I wish you well.
Answered by ryladie99
Answered by ryladie99
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The most important things to get across are(no paticular order):
1- You are a hard and depenable worker
2- You have excellent interpersonal skills(people person)
3- You really enjoy working in the food service industry
4- Your experience can be a major asset to the company
Other than that, ask about advancement opportunities and what is expected of the position you are applying for.
I would also recommend compliments about the establish like the atmosphere, the quality of foods and service, etc;.
Finally, appear confident in your skills and let your poise speak for itself.
Answered by Flacco
Answered by Flacco
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