12.3 The Job Interview

Open Ended

What are the steps to an effective job interview?

Multiple Choice

Why is making a good first impression important during a job interview?

• It helps the applicant stand out to the employer

• It guarantees getting the job

• It allows the applicant to skip the interview process

• It makes the interview shorter

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a recommended behavior when meeting an interviewer for a restaurant or foodservice position?

• Smile and extend your hand for a friendly greeting

• Call the interviewer by their first name immediately

• Sit up straight and avoid nervous fidgeting

• Practice effective listening skills

Multiple Choice

Which documents should you bring to a job interview according to the guidelines provided?

• Portfolio and résumé

• Names and contact information of references

• Birth certificate or valid passport

• All of the above

Open Ended

List three personal characteristics that are valued during a job interview in the restaurant and foodservice industry.

Open Ended

Explain the difference between closed and open-ended interview questions, and give an example of each.

Multiple Select

Select all the questions that an applicant might consider asking the interviewer before accepting a job offer.

• Is this a new position or would I be replacing someone?

• What is the salary for this position?

• Could you describe a typical workday for me?

• When do you plan on filling the position?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the most common interview mistakes reported by CNN?

• Dressing inappropriately

• Badmouthing the boss

• Arriving late to the interview

• Appearing uninterested

Multiple Choice

What steps should you take after a job interview to demonstrate your interest in the position?

• Send a thank-you note and follow up with a phone call

• Wait for the employer to contact you

• Ask about salary and benefits immediately

• Do not contact the employer again

Multiple Select

Based on the advice from seasoned professionals, what are two important things to research before a job interview?

• The company's dress code and salary range

• The company's challenges and growth areas

• The company's location and parking options

• The company's interview schedule

Open Ended

What should you do if you did not get the job after an interview?

Open Ended

List three critical factors to an effective job interview mentioned in the summary.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT recommended for a job interview appearance?

• Arriving early to the interview

• Wearing clean and appropriate clothes

• Wearing excessive jewelry and strong perfume

• Dressing according to the job position

Open Ended

Explain the difference between a closed question and an open-ended question.