Job Search Tips
Should I Wear a Suit to a Hospitality Interview?
Even though you probably shouldn’t, chances are high you really do judge a book by the cover. Studies show that new acquaintances, employers and colleagues make assumptions about all kinds of things just because of how you look. Those first impressions are hard to overcome, which is exactly why new applicants to any job should…
Read MoreGet Lucky: 3 Tips for Asking for a Promotion
When it’s time for a raise, it’s one of those discussions that can make even the most confident employee nervous. The potential for opening up a can of worms is high; if the employer says “no” to your request, it may mean they feel you’re not doing the job. Or, perhaps the company isn’t doing…
Read MoreManager Job Interview: You Can Stand Out
There are many ways that a restaurant manager can stand out in the job interview. This blog has covered this topic, but I wanted to cover some of the more unexpected ways to stand out. Ignore Online Blogs Too many online blogs repeat the same information. This repetition makes it seem like they know the…
Read MoreJob Interview Tools for Managers: Employee Handbook
Job Interview Tools: Employee Handbook One of the best ways to win a job interview is by showing your skills, not just telling what you can do. It also leaves something tangible other than your resume. The first rule of thumb is offer, but do not force. This is not the time to be pushy.…
Read MoreManagement Candidate Behaviors that Derail Job Interviews
The job interview professional has been trained to identify the management candidate with personality disorders. Unfortunately, many behaviors may make a qualified management candidate appear like they have a personality disorder. A personality will never change. A behavior can change. If you understand a little about how human resources trains job interviews to prevent bad…
Read MoreGet Noticed! Add These 4 Things to Your LinkedIn Profile
As the leading social networking site for professionals, LinkedIn is the perfect platform to promote yourself and seek employment opportunities. Hiring managers and recruiters search the site regularly for promising job candidates, and the networking possibilities can lead to newly opened doors you may not otherwise encounter. Getting discovered on LinkedIn starts with taking the…
Read MoreWhy Your Resume Hurts Your Job Hunting Prospects
There are dozens of articles online that help managers in their job hunting journey and writing a resume. Gecko Hospitality has entire sections on career development and career coaching to help their candidates and recruits build a more effective team. But more important, mangers need to cover several different sections of their resumes to prevent…
Read MoreThinking About a Career Change? Ask Yourself These Questions
Job hopping is a common topic these days, especially with millennials’ reputation for not staying put very long. On average, people in this age group change jobs four times within their first 10 years out of college. Often, “job hopping” has a negative connotation, especially to older generations. But regularly changing jobs has benefits. It…
Read MoreRestaurant Manager Job Interview : System Theory
This article continues our ‘job interview‘ series for restaurant managers who are working up the ladder into a hospitality management or director position. No hotel or restaurant runs smoothly without a plan. Many qualified candidates lose the job because they don’t understand what information the interviewer is looking for. Example: Job Interviewer, ‘How would you…
Read MoreReady to Relocate? 4 Long-Distance Job Search Tips
Ready to relocate but having a tough time finding an out-of-town job? Long-distance job hunting can be stressful and overwhelming, and it’s challenging to attract the attention of employers when you’re competing with local talent. Fortunately, a little preparation can help you start fresh in a new place with the job you’ve always wanted. Have…
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