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Interviews
Before you do an interview, what do you need to do first?
Fill out an application.
If there is a fire alarm, what should you do?
Follow emergency procedures and evacuate.
If you don't understand a task at work, what is the best thing to do?
You can ask for help from someone who might know.
If a customer gives you $10 for an item that is $5, how much money should you give back to them?
$5
If a customer walks up to you, what should you do?
Greet them by saying "Hello, how can I help you?"
What should you bring with you to the interview?
Your resume.
What should you do if you see a spill on the floor at your job?
Tell someone about it so no one slips and/or clean it up safely.
If you are going to be late to work, what should you do?
Call or message your boss to let them know.
When counting money at the cash register, what should you do to avoid making a mistake?
Count it twice.
If a customer asks you a question and you do not know the answer, what should you do?
Ask a coworker or supervisor for help.
What do you put on a resume?
Contact information, work experience, education, skills.
If you get hurt while you are working, what should you do?
Let your supervisor or boss know.
If your coworker is busy, what should you do before interrupting them?
Wait or ask "Is this a good time?"
What are two coins that make 30 cents?
A quarter and a nickel.
If you are putting labels on a shelf, what directions should the label face?
Forward or facing where the customer can see it easily.
If your the person interviewing you asks you about your strengths, what do they want to know?
What you are good at.
Why is it important to read safety instructions before using equipment or cleaning supplies?
To prevent accidents or injuries.
If your supervisor gives you multiple tasks to and do and you're not sure what to do first, what can you do?
You can ask your supervisor what to work on first.
If an item costs 3 dollars and a customer bought 2 of them, what is their total?
$6
When lifting heavy boxes, you should lift with your ____, not your back.
Legs
How do you show your interviewer you are confident and engaged during the interview?
Using open body language, eye contact, and active listening.
What is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
Things like gloves, masks, helmets, or goggles that keep you safe at work.
If you are having trouble remembering all of the tasks you need to do at your job, what is something you can do to help yourself remember?
Create a checklist.
When putting money back into the cash register drawer, how you should organize the bills?
You should organize them by what type of bill it is. $1s go with $1s, $5s go with $5s, $10s go with $10s, and so on.
If you work at a store that sells food, why is checking expiration dates important?
So that the store does not sell expired or bad food.