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PREP YOUR RESUME WITH THE HELP OF PCH

PCHblog — Mon, 16 Jun 2014 16:30:59 +0000

Resumes are difficult. And each of us has felt this anxiety: “How do I create the perfect resume?” When you’re looking for a new position, the state of your resume can keep you up at night.

Is my resume ready for prime time? Is it good enough to get me an interview?

We’ll whip your resume into shape.

We’ve recruited for the restaurant industry for years. We’ve hired a small army of good managers for every imaginable position in every conceivable setting.

We speak and understand the language. We know what words to use and what kinds of skill sets hiring managers are looking for. We know what a good hospitality industry resume looks like. Which means we know how to help you describe your education and your skills to meet expectations and get interviews.

If you hire us to help with your resume, here’s what we’ll do.

Prepare your resume for digital and hard copy submission.
Arrange your information to showcase your strengths.
Describe your work experience and your education for best advantage.
Assess your history to determine the best type of resume to submit.
Place your contact information where recruiters like to see it.

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Dressing For An Interview

PCHblog — Wed, 04 Dec 2013 16:36:07 +0000

No matter the industry you are interviewing for, dressing professional tops any list of important interview tips. If you are interviewing for a restaurant manager or chef position, it’s important to remember that these positions hold the primary day-to-day responsibilities of a business. Interview candidates who look the part will be treated as such, as a professional. It is important that you look the part. Show that you have experience, education, and knowledge through your dress. You must remember, looks are important. An employer will be more likely to believe that you are ready and capable to execute excellent work if you appear in professional attire.

Here’s a few of our Do’s and Don’ts for interview dressing:

DO dress for success!

DO wear dark pants/skirt.

DO wear a tie (red is an excellent choice).

DON’T wear a short skirt.

DO shave facial hair.

DO pull back long hair.

DON’T over apply make up.

DON’T wear heavy perfume/cologne.

DO limit jewelry.

DON’T drink or smoke before the interview.

DO dress to cover your tattoos.

DON’T wear cooking attire.

You only have one chance to make a first impression. Make it the best you can!

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