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.

Fill in the Blank

Why do you want to work for this company? Why do you want to be a ___ in this company?

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?

Fill in the Blank

New hires must complete an I-9 form before they are allowed to work. To establish employment eligibility, you need to present documents that establish your identity and your ___

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.