We had a party at the bar we learned at (Cheers) and invited all our friends. Well, 37 of mine came. About 6 of them tipped me >=(
I guess they don't understand that I was WORKING and that it's not just a hobby it's my LIVELYHOOD!!!!! Humph.
I'm scrambling to find a job and I've hit a wall face first: I need to write a cover letter.
I asked Neel to help me and I showed him the one I wrote (albeit a CRAPPY one but I digress) and asked him to fix it. He refused, only to bark orders at me like: tell them about your love of people, etc.
WTF I've never HAD to write one before and therefore I don't know HOW to go about it. I think he doesn't know either and that's why he's being so useless. I've always used head hunters for jobs, and now I'm finding myself in the job hunting wilderness with no bloody guidance.
This is my first (not too mention shamefull) attempt:
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Montreal, _________, 2007Via ______
Name
Name of Bar/Lounge/Club
Address
Address
Postal Code
Dear ________:
I would like to apply as a bartender in your establishment. I have certification from the Absolute Bartending School and I'm known to be good with people.
Professional bartenders are important to any establishment such as yours, so I want to assure you that you will not regret hiring me if you choose to do so. I'd be happy to meet with you in person if you'd like to get a feel for my personality and hear more about my experience. Please call ******** for an appointment that works for your schedule.
Thank you for your time regarding this matter.
Sincerely yours,
Monika **********
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I can HEAR you laughing at me through your screens! *shakes fist*
*sigh*.... can anybody help me?
maybe the next reader can improve on this:
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Montreal, _________, 2007
From: Monika Hottness
To: Job Dude
Name of Bar/Lounge/Club
Address
Address
Postal Code
Dear Sir or Madam,
My name is Monika Hottness and I am applying for the position of bartender at The Name of the Place. While I recently completed certification at the Absolute Bartending School, I did graduate in the top of the class. Being gifted with the ability to put people at ease, I am certain that I would be an adjunct to your business, despite any initial lack of seasoning.
It is clear that professional bartenders are a vital component of an establishment such as The Name of the Place, so be assured that compliance with (state or federal?) statutes is of utmost importance in protecting both the business and the customers.
I would greatly appreciate an opportunity to meet with you and discuss the position further. Please call ******** to schedule an appointment.
Thank you so much for your time. I am eagerly awaiting your response.
Sincerely,
Monika Hottness
PS: That's not supposed to be Absolut Bartending is it? The brand name "Absolut"?
No it's Absolute...
ReplyDeleteThanks dude!
although I might scrap the "Monika Hottness" bit...
ReplyDeleteObviously you are not aware of my resume/cover letter talent. I have written many, MANY of them for various people. Email me, you.
ReplyDelete*gasp* I didn't know... THANKS RED =D
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the top marks. Perhaps if I make it to Montreal I'll check out your bar - and tip you! ;-)
ReplyDeleteeek ! congrats chica !!!
ReplyDeletei didnt know cover letters are a part of the requirement to apply for a bartending job. i usually just talk directly to the manager of the club/bar.
but i really dont know either.