Years ago, resumes were sent via snail mail and each envelope contained two things: a cover letter and a resume. In today's digital world, the cover letter has been (somewhat) replaced by the cover email.…
Cover Emails That Will Get You Noticed
Kill the Resume: Tips and Examples to Make You Stand Out
While all resumes don't look alike, there ARE a few generally agreed upon guidelines you should follow. 1. Start early. The sooner you start compiling information about your unique experiences, the less likely you will…
Kill the Resume: The 8 Elements Successful People Always Include
A high school resume is a valuable tool for students applying to college, a job, an internship, asking for a recommendation, or winning a scholarship. A resume is not just a summary of your qualifications,…
Gettin’ Hired: How to Make a Great First Impression
We've all heard the old saying: "you never get a second chance to make a great first impression." When it comes to interviewing successfully, this saying could not possibly be more true! What to do…
Next in Line: Filling out a Job Application
The job application is important because it provides a first impression of what you have to offer. Employers will see some general information about you and your employment history. They will also gain some insight…
Professional Interactions: How to Deal With Criticism
Feedback Throughout our lives, we all receive input on the success and impact of our actions and attitudes. At school, for example, your report cards, awards, comments on essays, and coaching advice are all forms…
Professionalism: Fake it till you make it
Expectations There are some things that employers require from any employee - regardless of title or responsibility. All employees across the industry must meet a handful of basic expectations, standards of work which ensure that…
Professional Interactions: How to Thrive in a Diverse Workplace
With millions of employees across the country, the restaurant and foodservice industry is a tremendously diverse environment. Diversity refers to the great variety of people in today's world and their backgrounds, experiences, opinions, religions, ages,…
Professional Interactions: How to go from being a lone wolf to a teamplayer.
In the restaurant and foodservice industry, no one person can make an operation run well. For example, the kitchen team works together to make the food. One person does not make each dish from prepping…
Completing Your First I-9 Form
New hires must complete an 1-9 form before they will be allowed to work. This is a federal form to determine whether employees are legally eligible to work in the United States and is intended…