Get Interview Ready!
Mar 29, 2022
Looking for a new job can be daunting, whether you're looking to take the next step in your hospo career or rejoining the industry after a break, it can be hard to know where to start looking and how to prepare for the process. But don’t worry, barcats have got you covered with a checklist of how to get yourself a new job role with confidence!
Now of course the first step is making sure your barcats profile is up to date and looking fresh! Make sure to add in any additional qualifications or experience you have acquired, a new profile picture could make all the difference when applying for jobs, and best of all, try out our new video feature! Uploading a quick video bumps your profile to the top for our venues, so it’s the perfect way to stand out from the crowd!
Update your profile here,
Now that you’ve got a fresh new profile, it’s time to apply for some roles! See here for roles in your area, and press that bright pink “apply now” button for roles you’re interested in! Also check out below for some hot jobs on offer this week!
Now you’ve applied for the best roles that suit you, it should be interview time! Here’s some things to remember when you’re heading for your interview.
Presentation
An obvious one, but not one to neglect. We’re blessed that in our community, we can embrace our individuality and don’t need to conform to the traditional corporate uniform, but a little effort can really make you stand out.
Take the time to understand the venue
Its clientele, vibe and normal dress code is a good start on how to present yourself. Be Informed. Read, read, read. Do a google search of the venue, their group if they’re part of one, the owners. Brush up on their expansion plans, their history, and their future. Being familiar with what is important to them will provide you with a sense of what the owners wish to accomplish through their business and how you can be integrated in that plan and be an asset to them.
Time Management
Be on time. Aim to be there 10-25 minutes early. That buffer will work in your favour if you hit unexpected traffic, a delayed train or any other possible delays. By turning up early, you’re also showing your reliability and enthusiasm for the role, which is such a positive thing for a potential employer to see.
Be yourself
Corny i know, but you are the greatest gift you can bring to a new job. Your skills, your personality, your passion and your drive – they are what make you unique and so important to a new venue.
Most importantly, have fun!
It can be stressful going through the interview process, but by being prepared and putting in a little work you can show the best version of yourself and impress the venue and have the best chance at landing the job.
To help you get started, here are some of the top roles on offer this week!
NEW SOUTH WALES:
Duty Manager at the Columbian Hotel, in Darlinghurst
Host / Hostess at Celebrity Chef Luke Mangan’s restaurant, at the Kimpton Margot in Sydney
QUEENSLAND:
Experienced Cocktail Bartenders wanted at White Rhino Bar & Eats in Surfers Paradise
Bar Manager at Evita Argentina Restaurant & Bar
VICTORIA:
Delaware is on the hunt for some Rockstar hops guns to join the team and work various events across the season at the MCG Stadium. From Bar & Wait Staff to multiple Chef positions, both full & part-time roles are available. It’s time to work with ultimate flexibility! Check them out here.
