Hygiene/Grooming
Should you trim your nails before an interview?
Yes. Make sure your nails are not dirty.
Is it okay to hug your coworker, job coach, or manager?
No, always keep your hands to yourself in the workplace.
Physical touch and physical compliments are inappropriate for working relationships.
Imagine you are meeting the manager of Food Lion for a stocking interview. The manager says 'Hello, my name is George.'
How would you reply?
Hello, my name is ____. It is nice to meet you!
Who can help you resolve a conflict?
Job coach or manager.
What is one job you are interested in?
Stocking, cleaning, serving food, working on a military base, making Youtube videos, etc.
Can you wear jeans to an interview?
No. You should wear khakis or black pants or a skirt that covers at least your knees.
Should you talk about your personal life at work?
Typically no - unless you are on a break and your coworker/manager asks.
Never disclose personal information - like finances or address.
Imagine you are interviewing for a job as a cook. The manager asks 'tell me about yourself'. How would you respond?
Share three or four personal interests or hobbies.
Imagine you are feeling frustrated at work. How would you calm yourself down?
Alert job coach / manager that you are feeling bad and need to take a quick break alone.
Take a deep breath.
Take a drink of water.
Stretch.
Etc.
What is a good job for someone who enjoys meeting new people?
Cashier, receptionist, server, hostess etc.
How can you make sure you smell good for an interview?
Use deodorant. Shower beforehand. Wear clean clothes.
How can you show someone you are listening?
Nod, make eye contact, face them, do not talk until they are finished, stay on topic.
Imagine you just completed interviewing for a position at your dream job. The manager asks if you have any questions. What would you say?
It's important to ask at least one question because it shows the manager you have done your research and are seriously considering employment at their company.
You can ask about their favorite part of their job, how they would describe their company culture, etc.
What should you do if a customer comes up to you and is upset about something.
Keep your tone light and your expression friendly. Tell them politely you can get a manager for them to speak to.
Why do you want a job?
Independence, meet new people, earn money, etc.
What should you do if you have to sneeze/cough?
Use a tissue or your elbow. Wash your hands thoroughly.
Especially when working in food service environments, it's very important to wash your hands often.
How far away should you stand from someone when you are speaking to them?
Allow at least arm's length between you and your coworker/job coach/manager.
Imagine you are in an interview. Show us how you would sit.
Feet on the floor, back straight, facing person speaking
Keep your tone and body language relaxed and friendly.
Ask their help if you are unsure why it was incorrect.
Explain that you will redo the task correctly.
What is a good job for someone who likes to in the background?
Laundry, doing dishes, stocking, etc.
Name at least one thing to do to clean up before an interview.
Brush teeth, brush hair, wash face, take a shower, or use deodorant
Will my coworkers be my friends?
Maybe!
Some coworkers will want to simply clock in and do their job rather than socialize. And that's okay!
List two strengths that you could talk about with a manager during an interview.
Polite, hardworking, etc.
Show us an example of appropriate body language when handling a conflict.
Stay still.
What types of jobs are there in a restaurant?
Cleaning, dishwashing, host, server