Job Application
What is the difference between a full-time and part-time job?
The amount of hours you work per week.
Full-time: 40+ hours/week
Part-time: less than 40 hours/week
What is your greatest strength?
Hard worker
Organized
Friendly
What should you wear to an interview?
Nice pants or dress, button-up shirt or blouse, dress shoes
A customer cannot find an item on the shelf
Take them to the item, or tell them where it is
What skills does a cashier need? Name 2
Customer Service
Attention to details
Math skills
Stamina
Name 2 things you need to put on a job application
Name, address, phone number, email address, date of birth, references, work experience
Can you tell me about yourself?
Name, school, work skills
When should you arrive for an interview?
10-15 minutes early
You see a customer trip and fall
Make sure they are okay, let your supervisor know
Stamina
Problem solving
Math
Time management
Why do applications ask for your work history?
So the employer can see your work experience and what job skills you have
Why do you want to work here?
I like the company/business
I have the skills to be successful at this job
I live close by and could easily get to work
What is one question they may ask you during an interview?
What are your strengths?
Where have you worked before?
Can you tell me about yourself?
You see a co-worker stealing from work
Tell your supervisor right away. Do not confront the co-worker
What skills does a custodian need? Name 2
Attention to details
Work independently
Stamina
Safe use of equipment
Who can you list as a reference?
Boss, co-worker, teacher, coach
Tell me about your work experience
Previous jobs
Volunteer activities
Any school clubs or interests
How can you show positive body language during an interview?
Eye contact
Smile
Sit up straight
Your boss is upset because you made a mistake
Apologize
Ask how you can fix the mistake
Make sure you don't make the mistake again
What skills does a mechanic need? Name 2
Problem solving
Patience
Stamina
Use of tools
If you haven't worked before, what can you list under work history?
Volunteer activities, school clubs, extracurricular activities
What is your biggest weakness?
Not worked before
Organization
Quiet/Shy
What will my training be like?
How many hours will I be scheduled each week?
Will I be working alone or with others?
What is the dress code?
A customer is upset because their order was wrong
Apologize to the customer
Tell them you will fix the order
Ask your supervisor or co-worker to help if needed
What skills does a nurse need? Name 2
Communication
Attention to details
Medical knowledge
Friendly