Part of creating an inclusive and diverse work environment and the team is to make sure you are attracting diverse candidates and then retaining them with support and training that makes your workplace safe and happy for everyone. An important part of this is using inclusive language and training employees to recognize and avoid using …
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Career goals aren’t always about money and position. They’re often milestones you want to accomplish for yourself as you progress through your chosen hospitality profession. Of course, a steady paycheck is a primary goal, but you can stretch beyond that. Don’t just settle for going through the paces toward the next promotion, move purposely toward what …
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Informational interviews aren’t essential to the job-seeking process. But as research and possibly even a networking tool, they can be very helpful. However, it’s important to keep in mind that these are not job interviews and are not a means of searching out job openings. Instead, informational interviews are effectively educational. Job seekers who want …
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A common question that candidates are asked during a job interview is where they see themselves professionally in three, five, or even 10 years. Hiring managers ask this question to determine if you’ll be a good fit for the position and for the company. In other words, does the role align with your career goals …
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Founded in 1989 at Cornell University, the National Society of Minorities in Hospitality (NSMH) is a force driving diversity and inclusion in our industry. If you’re not already familiar with the organization’s work and membership opportunities, now is a perfect time to learn more about NSMH. The organization has nearly 90 chapters across the U.S. …
Are you struggling to write a professional resume summary that will grab the hiring manager’s attention and convince them to keep reading? We’ve put together a guide to help get you on the right track and included some examples below. What is a resume summary? A resume summary is a professional statement at the top …
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When you think about a job interview, you usually think of an in-person meeting with a hiring manager or recruiter asking a series of questions. While this is often the norm, there are plenty of other types of interviews that you may encounter along the way. Companies use different types of interviews depending on the …
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It’s obvious that being hostile toward others at work is wrong and could result in dismissal. And usually, the difference between acceptable behavior and aggressive behavior is pretty clear. It can be a bit trickier to draw the line, though, when it comes to microaggressions. Microaggressions often happen during casual conversation and because they aren’t …
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Putting together a resume is the first and most important step of your job search. If you’re not sure how to start building your resume, we’ve put together two front desk representative templates you can download for free to get you started. Not sure what skills to include on your resume or potential career paths …
What does a Line Cook do? Line cooks work under a head chef to prepare ingredients, condiments, and sauces or garnishes for a variety of dishes. Also known as Prep Cooks, they are often assigned a specific place on the line, such as a grill or vegetable prep station. Typical duties include: Ensuring the prep station …
