12/5/13

SPEED-INTERVIEW COMPETITION

Put your interview skills to the test in this live competition! You’ve heard of speed dating – well this is speed interviewing! You will rotate through 4 interviewers. Each interviewer will ask you 2 questions. You will have only 1 minute per question to answer. How will you handle the pressure? Can you keep your cool and land the job? GUIDELINES:

• Select one (1) of the entry level positions advertised on the next pages. These are actual positions that have been offered to high school students.

• Prepare your resume using your true experience and qualifications relevant to the position of choice.

• Email your Cover Letter and Resume to Christine Long (clong@solanocoe.net) by February 13, 2014

• Interview times on Sunday, March 16 will be scheduled by lottery on February 27. When all slots have been filled, a wait list will be created.

• Job applications will be handed out Sunday, March 16 at 8:30 a.m. and will need to be

completed by 9:00 a.m. • Dress is professional for the interview

Judging will be based on the following criteria:

• Cover Letter and Resume

• Application

• Appearance and Poise

• Response to Questions

RESOURCES:

There are many wonderful resources on the web with interview advice. These are two good ones: http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/here-there-and-everywhere/201206/10-ways-ace-job-interview http://www.forbes.com/sites/jacquelynsmith/2013/01/11/how-to-ace-the-50-most-common-interview-questions/

NEW!

12/5/13

POSITION #1    

Store  Associate                

At  In-­‐N-­‐Out  Burger  we’ve  been  a  family-­‐owned  business  since  1948.  Our  Associates  have    always  been  part  of  our  family,  too.  To  maintain  our  high  levels  of  customer  service  and  quality  standards,  we’ve  never  franchised.  Respect,  professionalism  and  friendliness  make  In-­‐N-­‐Out  a  team-­‐oriented  environment  where  we  take  pride  in  all  that  we  do  to  deliver  only  the  freshest,  highest  quality  foods  and  superior  services  at  all  times  to  our  Customers.  

The  essential  functions  of  this  position  include,  but  are  not  limited  to  the  following:  

1.  This  candidate  must  have  acceptable  verbal  English  language  communication  skills,  which  includes  interpersonal  conversational  skills.  

2.  The  associate  is  consistently  asked  to  make  correct  change,  which  demands  that  he/she  have  basic  math  skills.  

3.  The  ability  to  adapt  and  follow  instructions  requires  adequate  comprehension  skills.  

 4.  Essential  to  this  job  is  the  ability  to  move  freely  in  and  around  obstacles  common  in  the  stores.  This  individual  must  be  able  to  move  from  one  work  area  to  another  at  a  moment’s  notice  and  in  and  around  crowded  work  areas.  

5.    Some  lifting  and  the  movement  of  moderate  loads  requires  a  50  pound  lifting  requirement.  

6.  This  individual  is  responsible  for  the  operation  of  store  equipment  such  as  slicer,  dicers,  computer  terminals,  fryer,  grills,  etc.  The  effective  operation  of  such  equipment  requires  the  use  of  all  limbs  and  the  ability  to  see  at  close  distance.  

7.  The  ability  to  report  to  work  at  the  prescribed  time  for  each  scheduled  shift  and  to  fulfill  the  job  requirements  for  the  duration  of  the  shift  or  until  relieved  of  all  duties  by  a  direct  supervisor.  

8.  The  ability  to  follow  directions  from  a  supervisor.  

9.  The  ability  to  interact  productively  with  co-­‐workers.  

10.  The  ability  to  understand  and  follow  posted  work  rules  and  procedures.  

11.  The  ability  to  receive  constructive  criticism  in  a  professional  manner.  

12.  To  perform  all  work  related  tasks  as  assigned  by  your  supervisor.  

12/5/13

POSITION #2

12/5/13

POSITION #3 Law Office Receptionist / Filing Clerk About the Job We are a fast-paced law firm with a broad client base and a focus on providing excellent service to cases of all sizes. Job Purpose: Serves clients and visitors by greeting and referring them; notifying staff member of their arrival; maintaining reception room appearance; and entering and updating contact information and appointments into computer system. Duties: * Welcomes clients and visitors by greeting them, in person or on the telephone; transferring calls; answering or referring inquiries. * Helps potential clients by screening type of inquiry; transferring call to legal assistant or attorney. * Maintains reception areas by straightening up; keeps workspace neat and organized. * Files, tags, and organizes documents in physical and electronic client files. * Updates appointment schedules and contact information by inputting data. * Supports attorneys by following-up on “no-show” appointments; preparing files for new clients. * Updates job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities. * Accomplishes law firm mission by completing related results as needed. * Other office related duties possible at any time Skills/Qualifications: PC Proficiency, Professionalism, Informing Others, Meeting Planning, Reporting Skills, Scheduling, Telephone Skills, Multi-tasking, Client Relationships * Spanish speaking and writing highly preferred.