Should I LIE about my experiance to secure a job as a restaurant server?
Asked by Brizzie
I know that lying to get a job is a terrible thing. I just want to establish that first, I am NOT for the idea. I'm a Cali girl who quit my job as a "culinary apprentice" so that I could pursue a BA in Business. In essence I switched majors. All the sudden I found myself in need of a job. I decided that it must be a server position so that I can still go to school and make a living. So I started an intense search, I have mastered the cover letter and resume, make sure that I always look professional, I've been on craigslist and careerbuilder everyday for the past month. I am Cute, sweet, very quick(both mind and as far as working goes), oh yeah and btw.. I HAVE ALWAYS worked in the foodservice industry (Head Hostess Busser, Driver, and cook) I know that I would rock the house as a server, but every place that is hiring (there are few) says the same, "This is an impressive resume but we're looking for someone with experience" I feel like my savings as well as my confidence are running out. I have someone telling me that I should just lie because getting in the door is the most important thing and I know that once I get a job I will quickly be one of the best servers there. but I am ... I am really bad at lying lol. it's just not what I want to do. but I need a job. Should I? I know I can do great I just need a chance to prove it to the employer. How would I even go about it? should I make up a place lol? What should I do? Haha I had it in the origional post but deleted it for the sake of characters left. I need to make at least 1,400 a month (only 350 a week) to be happy. And I will not be working in the adult industry so you don't need to even recomend it ;) You know what? Check out the resume that I have and tell me what you think http://sandiego.craigslist.org/esd/res/600881449.html

Best Answer:
When you apply they will investigate your application and resume - this would most likely happen after the interview. If things are not what you have put down you will be out before you even get in. When inaccuracies are found on your paperwork they will immediately think that since you have lied and been caught in one area there are probably other ones that they have not yet caught you on. No employer will want to have a liar handling cash in their business.
20 years retail management
Answered by Richard L

actually scrap that, you're a Cali girl right? show them your breasts, and they might make you into a movie star.
Answered by wehey2004

Why can't you just modify your previous experience to make it look a little more like what they are looking for? It is not terrible to lie, that is just something adults tell children. People lie every day. When someone asks, "Does by butt look big in this?" Do you think they actually want to hear the truth?
Answered by ZCT

Lying will usually come back to haunt you. Ethics aside, if you get caught it will cause you a lot of trouble. I'd advise not to do it. Get some experience at easier restaurants, then move up. Better than lying.
Answered by kako

You're instincts and values are great but then reality kicks in the door. Two options that I see - start out in either fast food or a neighborhood low end eatery to get 'experience' or take a shot and make it up. The problem wth the latter is not only will you compromise ytour honesty but you could screw up and then have a bad reference behind you.
Answered by Rj P

as a restaurant server? you wouldn't be the first...
Answered by Jeni P

Kako's answer is the best so far. Still, no one can complain if you point out the skills you had and used in your experience that a server would need, e.g., carrying large things with grace or balance, remembering complicated orders, etc. Be honest, but show them how you got the skills you would use in your new position.
Answered by arthvader

NO Lies will catch up with you. Be honest, keeptrying and you will find work. Don't give up.
Answered by fairbetsy

lts best that your upfront and honest
Answered by pamela d

well you shouldnt lie in a job. What if they ask you something like what was your last restraunt experience like and how did your training go? then you say like oh it was good it was only 2 months long. What if they know that training lasts for a year persay. Then they could tell right then and there that you are not telling the truth. Although many folks tell white lies or stretch the truth. For instance.. I worked at this firm for 3 years and showed up 10 minutes earlier for my work day. People tell white lies like this. or I work well with others and am a team player.
Answered by PSOs gal