The Job Hunt Part I

Let's rewind. This blog was predicated on the idea that I would have a second job. As that fell through, I was left with only the one job that doesn't have quite as much material as one would've hoped for. I am now searching craigslist and careerbuilder.

Getting a second job may be harder than I initially realized, as the requirements amount to much more than I had previously thought. What follows is a run down of some of the surprise reqs.

1. Growth minded - Within the interview I have come up with the metaphor "I am a seed, and your company is a garden." I will not entertain follow-up questions.

2. Must have professional speaking voice and demeanor - Impossible to be taught, and hard to judge yourself, this is definitely something that comes with practice as there is no corresponding degree or class even.

3. A resume - Bear in mind I am applying for random entry level positions (in an upcoming post) so a generic resume is needed, but it will in no way differ from an application. What follows are two entries from the "Work Experience" field of my resume. One of them will unfortunately be changed before it is sent out.


Server March 2007 - Present
The Derby Tavern
§ Develop positive, strong relationships with customers.
§ Ensure customer satisfaction by creating a pleasant dining experience.
§ Retain menu knowledge by keeping up with restaurant changes.
§ Creative input on potential restaurant improvements.
§ Suggestive selling to benefit both the restaurant and the customer.


Server/Cook July 2005 - March 2007 and May 2007 - August 2007
Papa Beaver's Story Time Dinner Theatre Chesapeake, VA
§ Maintaining my own sanity without commiting suicide.
§ Mouthing off to Carl, and making sure he knows he's a fuking idiot.
§ Ignoring customers.

And here is the entry for Honors and Activities:

United Methodist Mission trip to Camp Highroad in Northern Virginia.
United Methodist Mission trip to the Eastern Shore.
Frisbee.
Employee of the Month Derby Tavern Februrary 2008.
Watching movies.
My two michelin stars.

4. Foster company success through professional appearance, being courteous to customer and other Scottrade associates by having a positive attitude. - Not awkward, but the longest requirement.

5. - Not more than 2 years of sales exp. Check
- Not more than 6 years of post college work experience Check

And so ends this current blog.