But you're not alone if you have no idea what you want to do next. How can you get a resume done if you don't know what you want to do.
Learn the art of answering ads
A "cover letter", sometimes called a "resume letter" or "letter of interest", is a letter that accompanies and introduces your CV. I am fortunate to have the natural energy, industry and enthusiasm necessary to put in the long hours required for effective sales performance.
Talk to friends and relatives
Finally, and most importantly, use the “direct approach.”
Put yourself in the position of the interviewer and think about the questions you are most likely to be asked. This lets the interviewer know that you are primarily interested in the job and not the salary.
PART TWO REAL-RESUMES FOR RESTAURANT, FOOD SERVICE &
HOTEL JOBS
I hope you will welcome my call soon to arrange a brief meeting at your convenience to discuss your current and future needs and how I can serve them. I hope you will call or write me soon to suggest a convenient time for us to meet and discuss your current and future needs and how I can serve them.
JOHN THOMAS STEWART
Exact name of person Title or position Name of company address (no., street) Address (city, state, zip code). I hope you will call or write soon to suggest a time convenient for us to meet and discuss your present and future needs and how I can serve them.
DONALD JOSEPH JEFFRIES (“Don”)
With the enclosed CV, I would like to make you aware of my interest in pursuing management jobs with the TGI Friday's organization. Compared to other restaurants, I always found the atmosphere at Friday to be a happy, fun and lively one, and I was impressed with the smooth operations I observed.
HEATHER ANN RICARDO
As you will see from my attached resume, I was recruited by Landry Seafood and have worked in supervisory positions at several regional locations including Illinois, Indiana and Michigan. I am held responsible for controlling labor and food costs as a percentage of sales, and I have become known for my creativity and ingenuity in developing and implementing new merchandise ideas.
MARIE PARKINSON
I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you soon about how I could contribute to your organization with my various skills including management, media buying and communications.
SARA GUILFORD
You will see from my resume that I have won numerous awards and honors, including awards for shutting down strong competitors. I have won numerous awards for my outstanding results in the areas of training, profit, sales and operations.
HARRY AARON EAMES
CAREER CHANGE
DENISE ELIZABETH GRAVES
I would appreciate an opportunity to speak with you soon about how I can contribute to your organization through my extensive knowledge of the food and beverage business. I hope we will have the opportunity to talk in person about how I can be of value to your business.
LUIS GONZALEZ
I hope you will contact me soon to suggest a time convenient for us to meet and discuss your current and future goals and how I can help achieve them.
TASHA N. EPPS
At The Hideaway I helped with the construction of the building; interviewed, hired and trained all employees; and managed all operational aspects from the day the company opened. In addition, I completed the short course in brewing technology at Largess Technical Institute and obtained a brewer's license through this program.
JOHN CLARENCE BOOTH
As you will see from my resume, I have worked in the restaurant industry for the past 11 years. My wife and I have decided to move permanently to Charleston, WV, and I am in the process of stepping down from my position as Managing Partner.
STEVEN TODD EDGERTON, JR
This busy branch of the nationwide chain has annual food sales of $2.75 million and retail sales of $900,000. During my time there, revenue in my district increased by 10%, sales by 7.5% and I was named District Manager of the Year after only 2 years with the company.
TROY J. CONVERSE
Can you use a hard-working young professional who offers exceptional skills in training and supervising employees, controlling inventory, managing customer relationships, and restoring and increasing operational efficiency. My experience, as you will see from my CV, has given me the opportunity to excel in training and motivating employees to work together.
LARRY J. WILLIAMSON
As you can see from my resume, I have held various positions in the past, ranging from sales to a culinary position; most recently I have owned and operated my own service business. If your organization is currently looking for an energetic and enthusiastic professional with a proven track record, I encourage you to consider me for your team.
KRISTY F. SWANSON
Can you use a bright and articulate young professional who offers the creativity and vision to be effective in marketing concepts and products, as well as training and hands-on experience as a clinical dietician. As a member of a multidisciplinary medical team, I am closely involved in educating, instructing and informing medical professionals and patients about the value of nutritional care and understanding that attention to nutrition can shorten a patient's hospital stay.
SUSANNE KATHERINE FITZPATRICK
As you will see in my attached resume, I am a versatile individual who can organize for maximum productivity and handle multiple simultaneous projects and responsibilities with ease. I hope you will welcome my call soon to arrange a brief meeting to discuss your current and future needs and how I can assist them.
MARY J. HUBBARD
Business Administration with concentration in Marketing, Community College of Vermont, Waterbury, VT, 1995
You will see from my resume that I have earned a reputation as a knowledgeable, reliable, and respected professional while employed at the University of Georgia. My experience also includes ensuring that sanitary and health standards are met and controlling perishable and non-perishable food inventories.
STELLA L. PREEN
As you will see in my attached CV, I offer a proven ability to do an excellent job and achieve superior results. You will see from my resume that I am considered an expert in all aspects of food service management, from cooking to diet planning and budget preparation.
SEAN MICHAEL MCINTYRE
If you could use an experienced food service professional with excellent staff training and organizational skills, I hope you will call or write me soon to suggest a time that is convenient for us to meet and discuss your current and future needs and how i can serve it I hope you will welcome my call soon to arrange a short meeting at your convenience to discuss your current and future needs and how I can serve them.
ANTHONY J. TOMBS
As you'll see from my resume, I've gotten quick promotions and performance-based awards in every job I've ever held. You will see from my CV that I excelled in a job as a Budget/Investment Analyst.
JESSE R. SLONE, III
As you will see from my attached resume, I excel at working with people and have a track record of outstanding customer service. I feel confident that I can contribute to your organization through my skills and abilities as well as through maturity and commitment to quality.
ALICIA E. WATSON
As you can see in my resume, I recently resigned from the Pine Forest Home in Ohio and moved to Iowa to be closer to my family. I also gained experience in housekeeping and laundry services and previously worked as a qualified nursing assistant.
DARIA JOANNE DAWSON
As you will see from my resume, I offer a proven commitment to the field of dietetics and nutrition. You will also see from my CV that I started working at the age of 15 and demonstrated at a young age my ability to take responsibility and deal with people.
AMY LYNN BOWERS
Area agencies sent their food service employees to these classes as part of their training programs. If you could use a dynamic professional with expertise in managing and running large scale food service operations, I hope you call or write soon to suggest a convenient time for us to meet and discuss your current and future needs and how I can help them.
ANTONIO MIGUEL SANDOVAL
While working at my current job at Central Baptist Hospital, I was formally evaluated as "a leader who sets the standard," and "one who can be counted on to go the extra mile." I excel at finding ways to improve morale, increase productivity and ensure extremely high service standards. I have a genuine concern for people along with the physical conditioning, ability to handle pressure and deadlines, and administrative skills necessary to excel in difficult circumstances.
CHRISTOPHER DAVID GRAVES
Could you use a professional with extensive management and operational experience in the food service industry? As you will see from my resume, I have built a respectable career in the food service industry.
DENNIS C. LAUDERBECK
In my current position as Director of Catering for Marriot Hospitality at the Sunnydale Marriot in Phoenix, I oversee all aspects of the hospitality department, including direct sales, planning and execution of all meetings and conferences for the 6,000 square foot meeting space. After my promotion to Catering Manager, I assisted the Director of Catering in planning weddings, small meetings and conferences for this 12,000 square foot meeting space.
MARISSA P. NEWSOME
With the attached CV, I would like to make you aware of an experienced food service professional with exceptional motivational, communication and organizational skills, as well as experience as a restaurant General Manager and Director of Operations, of who has demonstrated the ability to produce outstanding "end". If you could use an experienced General Manager and Director of Operations whose supervisory and leadership skills have been tested in various restaurant environments, I hope you will contact me soon to suggest a time when we can meet to discuss your needs.
ROGER S. CHIN
You will see from my CV that I have been involved in all aspects of the design, coordination and implementation of housing, recreation and building renovation programs.
KEITH LAWRENCE HAYES
I would like to express my interest in the position of Director of Regional Sales for Marriot Hotels International in the Western KY region with the attached resume. In my previous position, I was Director of Sales - and regularly served as General Manager - for the Day's Inn River's Edge Hotel, where I assisted with management.
CLAUDIA M. PEREZ
In both single-unit and multi-unit operations, I have achieved above-average percentages in food costs, operating costs and payroll and offer the highest hourly employee stability rate of 87 restaurants in the area. In both fields, I have been recognized for surpassing my peers in performance and job knowledge and have been selected for numerous leadership positions.
JEROME E. TAYLOR
As you will see from my resume, I have excelled as a Chef and Sous Chef and have been a Certified Chef for many years. In previous positions I excelled as a chef for an athletic club, as an executive chef for a yacht club and as an executive chef for hotels and businesses.
KELLY F. STAEHR, CEC
However, he believes he has experience relevant to the food industry, and his resume highlights his skills and experience relevant to the food industry. During my experience in pest control, I have had many working relationships with the food industry.
TRAVIS J. GREER
While working at Burger King, I used my psychology background to help create and implement motivational programs that helped increase employee productivity and improve morale. I believe that I offer a mix of experience and skills that would be easily transferable to other organizations due to my adaptability and commitment to any situation.
SALLY IRELAND
Could you use a hard working young professional who offers excellent customer service skills along with communication skills, a knowledge of computer and office operations and training and management experience. My management experience with Hardee's has given me the opportunity to become proficient in office operations, training, supervision, inventory control and general management.
JOSEPH TAYLOR PALUMBO
I am proud of the fact that I have made these contributions to companies that are themselves considered some of the most successful retailers in the world. At Perkins, I recently scored one of the top two scores in the corporation on a test that measured my understanding of a "personality profile" that the company uses to identify the right people to hire and then to 'placed them in the "right" jobs.
TIMOTHY CHARLES RICHARDS
I would be delighted to talk to you soon about how I could contribute to your organization through my knowledge of restaurant operations, food preparation and cooking experience, and customer service and inventory management skills. You'll see if you look at my resume that I offer experience that ranges from fast food, to dining room only, to restaurant environments.
VLAD A. PARASCHIV
Currently, I manage food service staff responsible for preparing large-scale meals for two daily tourist groups. I hope you will contact me to suggest a time when we can talk about your needs.
HUGH NEVINS BURKHART
As you will see from my resume, I am currently a Culinary and Food Service Specialist at the world's largest substance abuse and plastic surgery recovery clinic. I completed extensive technical and supervisory training related to food service, and received Food Service Specialist certification from Modesto Junior College.
LIZANNE M. DOUGHERTY
CHRISTINE D. LI
Most recently, I excelled as General Manager at Popeye's Chicken Inc., where I oversee a staff of 29 employees, including two assistant managers and two shifts in the operation of this busy franchise location with annual sales. Prior to that, I began my career in restaurant management as General Manager at another Popeye's location, providing management and staff supervision to 30 employees at a franchise location with average annual sales of $1.3 million.
NEVILLE H. RADCLIFFE
As you will see from my resume, I have excelled in all aspects of front desk management at hotels in Minnesota and Connecticut. In my current position as Front Desk Supervisor, I perform all front desk responsibilities and am fully committed to the hotel's goals of achieving the highest standards of customer satisfaction.
HIND J. HAIDAR
As you will see from my resume, I have excelled in all aspects of Front of the House management at my current job at Hatch's Café in Las Cruces. I have an outgoing and enthusiastic personality which is conducive to working front of house in a restaurant and training and supervising wait staff efficiently.
CYNTHIA LOUISE MASTERSON
As you will see from my attached resume, I have been working for the Kroger chain of 1,200 stores for several years. I started with the organization as a cashier when I was in high school and gradually worked my way up the ranks to reach my current position of Customer Service Manager.
TENILLE D. JACKSON
With the attached CV, I would like to express my strong desire to become a flight attendant with Continental Airlines and make you aware of my background which is ideally suited to your needs. I started at the chain as a Guest Services Agent and moved up the promotion ladder.
KATHLEEN M. OLSON
As you will see from my CV, I offer a reputation as a highly honest and reliable professional known for a positive attitude as well as strong personal initiative and a commitment to achieving results. In addition to my versatile training in banking and finance as well as in technology with a concentration in engineering, I excelled in positions where well-developed customer service skills and knowledge of human nature were of utmost importance.
IAN NICHOLAS GREENE (“Nick”)
I would appreciate the opportunity to talk to you soon about how I could contribute to your organization through my experience as a chef and restaurant manager and through my desire to create environments where individual growth and learning are encouraged. Georgetown Cafe quickly became one of "the" places to go in town, earning both the People's Choice Award for Best Restaurant and the "Best Entrepreneur Award" in the March of Dimes Chefs Auction in just its second year in operation.
HERMAN ARMANDO SUAREZ
Throughout my career in customer service and retail environments, I have consistently been placed in leadership roles, where my employers have benefited from my ability to train and motivate others to greater levels of efficiency and productivity. If you could use an articulate, self-motivated young professional with exceptional interpersonal skills and the proven ability to motivate others and increase profits, I hope you will welcome my call soon as I attempt to arrange a brief meeting to to discuss goals and how my background can serve your needs.
CORINNE DRIEWER
At this time I work for the large international hotel chain Howard Johnson as an auditor and operational supervisor. I feel that I offer a proven track record of management expertise and can apply my skills to the benefit of your organization.
PENNY M. POWERS
With the enclosed resume, I would like to inform you of my desire to explore employment opportunities at Marriot International. I would like to rejoin Marriot International at one of your worldwide hotels, offering my talents as an eloquent manager, skilled motivator and creative problem solver.
DEMETRIUS W. KERNS
With the attached CV, I would like to inform you of my desire to explore the possibility of employment at the senior management level or managing multi-unit operations in your company. While working with the Hyatt Regency in Augusta, Maine, I fixed an ongoing problem by reducing housekeeping traffic by 45%.
RAYMOND L. MORRIS
On an assignment with Pacific Hospitality, I took over a Sleep Inn with a troubled front office and quickly brought discipline and focus to the staff. On another occasion, when I was General Manager of a Motel 6, I led a team that took over three new properties in Pacific and converted them to the policies and procedures of their new owner.
SABOTINO
I would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you soon about how my versatility, background in biology, and small business management experience could contribute to your organization. As you will see from my attached resume, I have a bachelor's degree in biology from Kent State University-Stark Campus.
SOLOMON BISSADA
Through my skill in collections and my strong management skills, I was able to increase revenue volume by 20%. In earlier positions in the hospitality industry, I excelled as Banquet Manager, Restaurant Manager, Dining Room Supervisor and Bartender.
DARRELL WILLIAM SYKES, JR
I would appreciate the opportunity to talk to you soon about how I could contribute to your organization through my supervisory and managerial experience, along with my reputation as a dedicated, hard-working and personable professional. As you'll see from my resume, I worked for a series of owners in a popular restaurant location for about eight years.
MARVIN D. HODGES
ANDREW PARKS
HONORS Won awards for the largest increase in restaurant sales and for maintaining the lowest food and labor costs in the chain. Became aware of the importance of a good product and excellent customer service in the highly competitive restaurant business.
JUANITA MACIAS
In addition to overseeing 75 employees at the Brookline location, I oversee the operations of the Quincy, MA branch. In previous positions in the food industry, I managed multi-unit retail and cafeteria operations as well as full-service restaurants in locations across the country.
THEODORE JOSEPH RIVERS
I currently work as a Multi-Unit Manager for the Sanders Restaurant Group in North Louisiana where I have made dramatic improvements in reducing food costs while increasing controllable unit income, increasing unit net income and strengthening customer service. I enjoyed helping business leaders make smart investments in the Dutch market and trained many field supervisors on effective management techniques.
CALEB D. WILLIAMS
GWENDOLYN M. JARVIS
Became aware of the importance of rural public health services while working in one of the state's poorest of the importance of rural public health services while working in one of the state's poorest areas. Developed a patient attitude while working with five mentally disabled residents of the group home; supervised two staff members.
DANIEL JEREMY POPE
After taking a break from the hospitality industry, this individual is trying to get back into the restaurant business. I am responding to your recent advertisement for General Manager of a restaurant serving the Missoula Golf and Tennis Club.
GEORGE MARTIN MOORE
You will see that I recently completed the Autobody Repair Course at Scott Community College.
MARCUS D. STEVENSON
I will be relocating to the Chicago area in the near future and would like to meet to discuss your organization's needs. While developing excellent culinary and food service management skills, I gained experience as a Purchasing Manager, Pastry Chef, Night Shift Supervisor and Shift Manager.
DEREK RILEY TRUESDALE
I am interested in getting a job with your organization and would like to ask you to consider my qualifications based on my attached resume. You will see from my attached resume that I graduated with honors from the Culinary Arts Program of Tacoma Community College in Tacoma, WA, where I was named to the President's Honor Roll.
MIRANDA C. TURNER
As you will see in my resume, I am currently the general manager of a Joe's Crab Shack franchise and have managed to increase sales from 10 to 15% over last year's numbers. I am sure I could contribute through my reputation as a versatile manager with excellent organisational, planning and motivational skills.
GREGORY TERRENCE YATES
You will see from my resume that I intended to spend my working life in academic settings, and I taught English as a College Professor. I enjoy the challenge of working in a high volume food service business and, as you will see from my CV, I offer skills in training, supervision and management.
SCOTT NATHANIEL SPENCER
As you will see from my resume, I offer experience managing both a local fine dining restaurant and a large national chain.
REUBEN WRIGHT
I have worked in restaurant management as well as other jobs that required strong organizational, supervisory and leadership skills. My versatile experience includes answering phone calls and performing general office duties as well as inventory control, merchandising, employee training and supervision, and small business financial management.
YOLANDA P. STEWART
I would appreciate an opportunity to speak with you soon about how I could contribute to your organization through my talents as a restaurant manager with excellent financial and cost management skills as well as expertise in marketing, training and customer relations. I hope you will call or write me soon to suggest a time convenient for us to meet and discuss your current and future needs and how I can best serve them.
GENE HOLIFIELD
With the enclosed resume, I would like to introduce you to my background and let you know that I am interested in exploring employment opportunities at your organization. As you will see in my enclosed resume, I have been involved in co-founding and co-managing a successful new restaurant and microbrewery over the past several years.
KEVIN PATRICK BELL
In my current role as Sales Manager for the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Cincinnati, I sell conference room and hotel accommodations to businesses and associations throughout Ohio. I have thoroughly enjoyed being part of the hospitality industry in my current job, and with my years of experience in management roles and customer relations, I have developed exceptionally strong sales skills and a proven ability to motivate others during and after training.
TERESA MARIA ENRIQUE
With the attached CV, I would like to express my interest in offering my knowledge and achievements to an establishment that could benefit from my knowledge and experience in food processing hygiene and manufacturing processes. As you will see from my attached resume, I am currently the Production Manager and Sanitation Manager at Bellemeade Farms in Lansing, Michigan.
NORMAN ELLERBE
Could you use an adaptable, articulate and innovative leader who offers more than 20 years in the foodservice industry along with experience as an instructor who works well with people from all backgrounds and skill levels. If you can use an experienced manager who has been recognized multiple times for superior performance and exceptional skills and knowledge, please contact me to suggest a time when we can meet to discuss your needs.
ROGER MAURICE NOBLE
You will see from my attached resume that I worked with Turner Telecommunications for almost five years as a Supervisory Telecommunications Specialist. I was widely recognized as the most technically proficient and skilled troubleshooter and operator in my department while installing, troubleshooting, operating and supervising others in the operation of the Mobile Subscriber Equipment Network Switching System.
KENNETH R. HICKS
I would be delighted to talk to you soon about how I could contribute to your organization through my experience in accounting, office management and customer service in the manufacturing and hospitality environments. As you will see in my enclosed resume, I offer a history of success in positions requiring the ability to think and react quickly, as well as those requiring organizational, management and customer service skills.
ALLISON CRITCHFIELD
Could you use an enthusiastic, dedicated and talented young professional who offers a strong background in management and office administration. As you will see from my attached resume, I offer a background of success in both city government and a large international food service business.
DEBORAH MATLOCK
I am currently assigned as the Manager of Lodging and Catering Operations at Club Med Sandpiper Resort in Florida. I also worked for almost three years at the Club Med resort in Ibiza, Spain, during which time I learned how to communicate with many local providers.
CURTIS P. EICHBAUM
As you will see in my enclosed resume, I currently excel as General Manager/Training Manager for two Boston Backyard Burgers restaurants. I look forward to speaking with you soon to discuss your current and future needs and how I can serve them.
REBECCA JENNIFER CARVER
I was very interested in your ad stating that you are seeking management personnel for your Tony Roma's restaurant here in Anchorage and I am attaching my resume for your consideration. Success in revitalizing this program and providing exceptional customer service led to my selection as Veterans Affairs Coordinator.
VALERIE SUSANNE EPSTEIN
Early titles in the Anne McKinney Career Series (now called the Real-Resume Series) published by PREP include: Resumes and Cover Letters That Worked, Resumes and Cover Letters That Worked for Military Professionals, Government Job Applications and Federal Resumes, cover letters It opens doors, and letters for special situations. Her career titles and how-to resume and cover books are based on the expertise she has gained in 20 years of working with job hunters.
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