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I’ve been walking into area restaurants to inquire about jobs. Some of the restaurant managers were able to interview me on the spot without an application on file. This would be a first time job for me in foodservice so I don’t have allot of experience but I’ve had customer service and retail jobs in the past. I thought the interviews went well but I’m somehow losing contact with those managers after I go back home to apply. Calling doesn’t help because their alway too busy to come to the phone and in most cases don't even remember me. How should I be ending these spontaneous interviews as to not lose contact with management after I apply? I there an interview wrap-up protocol that I’m not aware of?
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Don't know if this will work for you, but I used to take an application in with me on "cold calls", even if they only accept online applications. You can get these at most any office supply store like Office Max.
Hey,
I worked in that Biz. over several years; both whilst at University and afterwards, starting at the bottom rung, and moving through positions until I embarked upon my current career. I ended as a Bar/Catering/Assistant/and ultimately General Manager. I also helped open several new restaurants. I'm not mentioning my past in order to appear as a braggart, rather I wish to impress upon you, and anyone else whom may benefit from the following advice: It's just that, my advice, but hopefully it helps. There are some Golden Rules that apply in the Rest. Biz. and Will either improve or abruptly end your chances. First: Never walk-in during peak hours, go either early in the morning, or mid-afternoon. Second: Never apply on a Friday, nor over the weekend, as these are too busy and you'll only piss off the staff. This is a garuntee. Third: (This is for potential Bartenders only) Do Not waste your money and get 'certified' at a 'bartending school'. Any time someone presented their certificate, mentioned it on their CV, or application, like those applying on Friday afternoon, saw their applications get passed around for a laugh, before going into the trash can. Harsh? Probably. True? 100%
Given your Customer Service history, maybe look at Hostessing as a means of entry. From there, you'll learn the inner workings and aspects, or if you like cooking, try the back of the house. Make sure your résumé package is typo-free, two pages, clean-looking, and make sure you hand it to a manager or the owner. In fact, ask to speak with them when you go to the location. Settle on a concrete time if they aren't available, and return (leave your résumé/application, but bring another copy to the meeting/interview). Be sure to dress appropriately!!! That's a huge aspect.
Send a short, but sincere thank you-note the same day, it'll make your application, and yourself, stick-out from the 'stack'. If they give you a specific time period, call (during the off-hours) and follow-up beforehand, or call to confirm. Just make sure you appear to be driven, hard working, and really want the position. Whilst waiting for the interview, initial or follow-up, sit at the bar, order WATER, introduce yourself to the bartender, chat a bit, but be sure to leave a couple dollars as a tip. As a former Btender/manager, my input had significant weight when selecting candidates. Remember names, especially your first point of contact, and any that follow. Also, the seasons play a big role, depending on your location, and holidays are across the board, so make sure you're availability is wide-open. Be honest. If you don't know something, it's not a big deal. What is big is showing a yearning and willingness to learn.
I really hope this helps at least a wee bit. Please, feel free to ask any additional questions and I'll try to answer them. Good luck and Do Not give-up.
Cheers,
Mark
Hello Arlene, As a restaurant mgr. I can give you this advice never go before 10am -2pm this is there lunch and they won't spend quality time with you. So go between 2-4 pm that way you can make a better impression. A lot of mgrs have certain days they hire on find out. One last thing even if you have no experience, have strong self confidence that you are the best person for the job anyway. Let them know you are a quick learner. Hold their attention with great eye contact. Best of luck to you.
Arlene What i have found successful in the past, is to make a return visit after applying so as to show that i am interested in the position. When they see how much effort you are willing to put in just to follow up on an application, you tend to stick in their minds.
It happen same thing to me but i had faith that they give me the job in some point they love my cooking and i am proud of that as well some people have no expirians but they will know they can make it i have faith on you too get that work as well get good paid
Arlene, Don' wait too long to apply online after you talk to dining room managers. It's actually better to apply before you go to the restaurant. Managers are always talking to people about jobs so they'll forget all about you if you take to long to make your information available. You can also ask for an email address or direct call back number but most managers are hesitant to give that info out.
Leave a good picture with your application.