Shiiiiit (interview help plz)

2008-08-21 13:58:33

#1

Finray: Hup! Dos, Tres, Cuatro; +2,629|6245|Catherine Black

K I got a call today asking if I was still interested after putting my name down for a job as a waiter in a cafe hundred yards down my road.

And she said I could have an interview tomorrow at quarter to five.

So now I'm shizzing it, this is my first ever interview, what's it like, gives some tips, etc.

Also, rate my CV ...
Personal Details

Name
Finlay John Robbins

Contact address
lol

Contact telephone number
lol

Date of birth
06/07/92

Sex
Male

Nationality
Scottish

Education

School Attended
Carnoustie High School

Stage
5th Year

Qualifications
6 Standard Grades at Credit level, 2 Standard Grades at General level

Biology
1
Physical Education
1
Chemistry
2
English
2
Administration
2
Geography
2
Mathematics
3
French
4

Additional Information

At present I am studying for 5 Highers with a view of going to Edinburgh University to pursue my career as a P.E teacher.

Now that I am 16 I would like to engage in some part-time employment to gain experience of the working environment for example working as part of a team and working with the public. I have a pleasant personality and I am hard working, punctual, trustworthy and sociable.

I enjoy being a team player but I can also use my own initiative. I feel that I would be a valuable addition to your business.

Last edited by Sir Schmoopy (2008-08-21 14:03:30)

2008-08-21 14:01:42

#2

max: Vela Incident; +1,652|7024|NYC / Hamburg

Come decently dressed (polo shirt, jeans or better, good shoes) and be polite. Works every time

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2008-08-21 14:04:40

#3

Finray: Hup! Dos, Tres, Cuatro; +2,629|6245|Catherine Black

max wrote:
Come decently dressed (polo shirt, jeans or better, good shoes) and be polite. Works every time

Was going to go in a casual shirt with my school trousers. Shirt has kinda brownish pattern on it, idk how to describe it. I'm usually polite anyway, so that shouldn't be too bad.

Anything else?

The CV looks a lot better, it isn't displayed like that, but I cba coding it all into a table.

Last edited by Sir Schmoopy (2008-08-21 14:05:29)

2008-08-21 14:06:00

#4

rh27: Not really a Brit; +51|7053|England

Take the lol's out your CV. It's well known that employers prefer lmao's.

2008-08-21 14:07:14

#5

Varegg: Support fanatic :-); +2,206|7267|Nårvei

Tell her it's your first, be honest ... they like honesty

Be there on time ... not 30 minutes early and atleast not late

Be confident, don't be overconfident ... that will only look cocky, hold your hands calm ... i always look at their hands when doing an interview

A good sign will be when she seeks eye contact, if she does it means she likes you ... and don't stare at her waiting for that, and don't stare at her in general ...

Any job you hold is a step towards the job you really want later, mess up a job and it's a stain on your record

Good luck

Wait behind the line ..............................................................

2008-08-21 14:09:22

#6

Finray: Hup! Dos, Tres, Cuatro; +2,629|6245|Catherine Black

Varegg wrote:
Tell her it's your first

ahahaha

Thanks for the tips

2008-08-21 14:09:30

#7

Mint Sauce: Frighteningly average; +780|6743|eng

rh27 wrote:
Take the lol's out your CV. It's well known that employers prefer lmao's.

Morrisons preffered the ROFLMAOCOPTER!!!!1!!!1!!!LOLBLADES!!!@@!1!!@

#rekt

2008-08-21 14:24:06

#8

ELITE-UK: Scratching my back; +170|6931|SHEFFIELD, ENGLAND

If you really want this job, do what i did and suggest a 7-day trial period, it makes them see that you are really up for it and motivated to do the work.

For dressing wise, wear some smart trousers and a shirt with smart shoes.

2008-08-21 14:31:05

#9

Ryan: Member; +1,230|7300|Alberta, Canada

I applied again for the same job today, so I hope it get it.
Can I just wear a t-shirt (all mine have logos on them), jeans, and my good shoes (dark blue skate shoes) to the interview?

lol

2008-08-21 14:33:17

#10

GR34: Member; +215|7002|ALBERTA> CANADA

Yea you can I want in shorts T-shirt and flip flops to my interview and I was given da job right then and there

2008-08-21 14:57:45

#11

Jebus: Looking for my Scooper; +218|6221|Belgium

GR34 wrote:
Yea you can I want in shorts T-shirt and flip flops to my interview and I was given da job right then and there

ya dude i no wat u sayin i did dat sht 2 n first job i jst had to holla @ dis guy n give him some stuff uc?

OT: Just be confident, job interviews really aren't a bad thing, I actually enjoyed mine O.o Just think that the person who's interviewing you is human too (I hope for you, atleast).

2008-08-21 16:39:55

#12

Mint Sauce: Frighteningly average; +780|6743|eng

I felt like raping the woman who interviewed me, does this make me a bad person?

#rekt

2008-08-21 16:46:40

#13

wah1188: You orrible caaaaaaan't; +321|6917|UK

Chill lax what most people are looking for in a waiter is someone that is not socially retarded, a nice smile, extrovert and a duty for good service. Be friendly polite think about what you say just don't be going "errrrrm" in the interview.

2008-08-21 17:24:55

#14

kptk92: u; +972|6865|tc_london

Say that you are a friend of Kerry's and they will instantly know who you are and give you job k

2008-08-21 17:27:28

#15

VicktorVauhn: Member; +319|6849|Southern California

Just go talk to the guy and show them you are a reasonable person. Its not like your interviewing for a major job here... Shorts may be a bad idea but just look presentable and be prepared with some kinda answer for questions like "Why do you want to work here" and "What do you see your self doing in 5 years"

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