Job Types
What do we call someone who takes orders and serves food/drinks at a restaraunt?
A waiter/waitress
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What should you wear to an interview?
Dress clothing
If something goes wrong, what kind of attitude should you have?
A positive attitude that knows you can always do better next time.
What do you do if an interviewer asks you what your biggest strengths are?
You tell them what you're really good at
What do we call someone who puts groceries in bags?
A baggage clerk
What number do you call in an emergency?
911
What is the first thing you do when you want to get a job?
Fill out a job application (online or in person).
If you are working with a friend, how much time should you spend hanging out with them?
You should only hang out with them during breaks and lunch. Otherwise, you should only talk with them about work-related things.
What do you say if an interviewer asks you why you want to work for their company?
You tell them why you're excited to work with them
What do we call someone who folds clothing and helps customers?
A retail clerk
What are 2 ways you can get to work?
You can walk, you can take a bus or taxi, you can ask your parents...
What should you bring to an interview?
You should bring your resume (and yourself)
Listen to your boss's advice and try to do better next time.
What do you say if the interviewer asks you to tell them about yourself?
Tell them about your hobbies and why you want the job
What do we call someone who puts merchandise on shelves?
A stock clerk
What do we call it when we work together with our classmates or coworkers?
Teamwork / Collaboration
What needs to be included in a resume?
Prior work/volunteer experience, skills you can use at work, references (people who can say you're a good worker), and your contact information (name, phone number, email address...)
If a customer asks you a question and you don't know the answer, what should you do?
You should ask your boss or a coworker for help.
What do you say if the interviewer asks for your references?
You tell them someone they can call (not a parent or friend) who can tell them you would be good for the job
What do we call someone who helps keep buildings clean?
A custodian (janitor)
What is a special number that you usually need when you get a job?
Social Security number
Who should we never use as a job reference?
Family and friends
If you are feeling sick and can't go to work that day, what should you do?
You should call your boss and tell them you're sick. Some jobs have "sick pay" and they might still pay you if you're sick
What do you say if your interviewer asks you to tell them about something you failed at?
You tell them about something that you struggled with, but you also tell them what you learned from it and how it helped you grow.