Tips to find your next Restaurant Job

As restaurants reopen and diners return to their favorite haunts, food service workers are in higher demand than ever before, making the industry a job seeker’s paradise. Restaurants are scrambling to fill positions, so many have developed internal processes to make working in the industry more appealing. That means now is an excellent time for seasoned workers to return to the business or for newbies to get into the industry for the first time, regardless of prior experience.

“There are so many life skills that are applicable to restaurants – customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Here are some tips you can follow in finding your next Restaurant Job:

Revamp your resume. Even people with no prior experience in the hotel industry can put together an attractive resume. Volunteer work, instances of customer service and teamwork, gig work, references, and accomplishments — everything that makes you stand out and showcases transferable talents — should all be included. You can post your résumé on job boards like Upal.com.my and make it public, allowing employers to find you at the same time you’re looking for work. People can also search for specific food and beverage sector resumes to use as examples, as well as filter their results by salary, job type, location, and other factors.

Develop your network and ask around. This field is unique in that it does not necessitate a degree or special training. “It’s who you know,” instead. Most restaurant jobs are found through former coworkers, acquaintances, or family members, and it should be highlighted that a referral, even from someone in a different industry, can assist create trust with a possible employer.

Always be hospitable. Because personal and professional networks are so important in the restaurant sector. “In this industry, everyone knows everyone. It will pay off if you are the best person you can be to others.” You’ll go a long way if you perform well and exude positivity.

Do your homework on companies. Research the company, its aim, and its future, just as you would any other potential job, to make sure it’s a good fit. Look into the individual you’re interviewing to see if there are any commonalities or discussion starters.

Get the full dining experience. If possible, dine at the restaurant before the interview to see what other people have to say. Is it a pleasant place to work? Is there a lot of people in the restaurant? What do the other diners look like and how do they act? Try to acquire a sense of the environment and see whether it’s a culture you’ll be comfortable with. Additionally, during the interview, you might discuss your personal experience to demonstrate your excitement and attention to detail.

Follow up, in-person and online. Don’t dismiss a restaurant just because you haven’t heard back about an application; they may have received many resumes. Make an impression by showing up in person, shaking the manager’s hand, and bringing a printed copy of your application and resume. (Just phone ahead to inquire about a convenient time.) Follow up with an email to ensure that your resume remains at the top of the virtual stack.

Sell yourself over your skillset. Employers want to see your personality more than they want to hear about the job mechanics, so keep that in mind as you prepare for an interview. Arrive on time and in a professional manner. (Observe the attire of servers and management and dress appropriately.) Make eye contact and use friendly body language. Even if you’ve already submitted a digital copy, always bring a hard copy.

Don’t obsess over job requirements. Don’t be discouraged from applying for a job if you don’t fit all of the requirements; with the correct mindset, you might still be able to find a position with a company that allows you to advance. Former owners may also be concerned that they are overqualified for a general management position. Candidates can make themselves more appealing to the firm by detailing where they succeeded and where they failed, as well as how they used the lessons to learn and grow.

Ask your own smart questions. Bring a list of questions about the company to an interview to demonstrate that you’ve done your study and are eager to work there. Also, inquire about how the company employs and promotes employees; the answer will provide insight into where you’ll be headed and whether it’s a suitable fit for you. You’ll also demonstrate that you’re eager to advance inside the firm.

Know your value, and communicate it. If you want to bargain for an hourly wage, this is the moment. “Let people know what you’re worth and what you want to achieve,” Wagner advised. Demonstrate to them that you’ll go above and above in terms of hospitality and attention to detail.

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