Unprofessinonal
I recently applied for a job with Chipolte & received a phone call 2 hours later to set up a interview. The interview was set up for a Monday. I showed up dressed professionally and gave a good interview. I was told they had 4 spots available. I mentioned that I would take prep cook in back of the house. I just mentioned that time in 3-4 months, I have to go to VA Hospital for appointments, lab work, etc. I guess that was a mistake, because I did not hear back from anyone in over a month. I finally received an Email from Chipolte stating they did not have anything available at this time. It's been over a month, & they email me instead of a phone call. I guess Chipolte does not believe in giving Veterans a chance. I spent 8 years in US Navy as a cook, so I have experience. I worked for 4 years as a cook for Garduno's Mexican restaurant. It's really disappointing that it's the way they do business.
I'm sorry that happened to you. The general rule is that you do not mention time you will need to take off during a first interview. When they offer you the job, you can discuss any prior commitments (for health, childcare, family vacations, etc.). You probably meant to be upfront and honest about your requirements. However, early discussions about time-off can make it seem like the job is low on your priorities. So unless they ask, don't bring it up in the initial interview. Best wishes in the future!
Sorry to hear that, Robert. We think it would be a good idea to let people know things that might be happening in the future, but unfortunately that can definitely be held against us. You would think with a place like that they would have people coming and going anyway. I bet they hired someone else and they could be leaving in the next month or two, but they don't know it yet.
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