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1. CV workshop

2. CV structure Look at the example of a CV. What do you notice about its structure? What are the main parts? Include your contact information at the top of the page with your address in Galway to show potential employers that you are based here. If you don’t have an Irish phone number yet, you can put in the phone number from your country and indicate that it’s only for Whatsapp . It’s a good idea to include a brief Professional Profile at the top giving a summary of your experience and your availability. Also, try to write a few of your positive characteristics at the start of your profile to catch the reader’s attention. Can you think of any examples of positive personality characteristics ?

3. Positive character traits for the workplace approachable resourceful enthusiastic flexible open-minded punctual diligent responsible confident cooperative I get along well in a team setting. I always work my hardest. I work well with others. I am not afraid to ask questions. I put my all into every project. I take constructive criticism well. I have great time management skills. I use every tool at hand. I always finish a task I’m given. You can rely on me. I am able to adapt my priorities. Match the character traits with appropriate statements.

4. Skills and abilities section: transferable skills What are transferable skills? Discuss this with your partner. Can you think of any examples?

5. Transferable skills are skills which you can transfer from one job to another. They are useful in a variety of different jobs and industries and are a way for you to show that you can do the job, even if you don't meet every single requirement in the job description . If you have ever worked, you probably have many of them and you can apply them to new jobs. Talk to your partner about what the following transferable skills mean to you and if you think you gained any of them in your previous jobs. a ttention to detail creativity computer skills adaptability teamwork communication handling money multitasking problem solving project management

6. Transferable skills If you know how to work with a spreadsheet and can respond to emails, you have good ___________________ . Employers want team players, who make positive contributions to the group and have good ________________ skills. If your employer can count on you to catch any errors and correct them as needed and you make sure nothing – no matter how small – gets lost, then _______ ___ _______ is one of your skills. If you can take payments, give change and operate a cash register, then you are able to ________ ______. Your _________ skills are your ability to share ideas and information in a clear and concise manner. Demonstrating that you can adapt to change while maintaining a positive attitude and getting your work done shows that you are ___________. ___________ ___________ skills help you manage tasks from start to finish. This transferable skill helps ensure that deadlines are met, and projects are completed efficiently and effectively. Complete the sentences below with one of the skills. You may need to change the form of the words. creativity, project management skills, attention to detail, computer (IT) skills, teamwork skills, adaptability, communication skills, handling money

7. Languages According to the  CEFR standard (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) there are six levels of language proficiency: A1, A2, B1, B2, C1, C2. Basic User (A1, A2) A1 (Beginner) A2 (Elementary) Independent User (B1, B2) B1 (Intermediate) B2 (Upper-Intermediate) Proficient User (C1, C2) C1 (Advanced) C2 (Proficiency) In your CV indicate your level of English and any other languages you speak, using the CEFR standard. You can add Elementary, Intermediate, etc. in brackets.

8. Experience / Career history : List your previous jobs in chronological order , starting from the most recent one . Include the name of the institution/company and its location . You don’t need to include exact dates when you started and finished each job, the year should be enough. Keep the format consistent, for example if you decide to type the job title in bold, keep it the same for all jobs listed. That way your CV will be clearer and easier to read .

9. Hospitality jobs Work with a partner. Choose 3 jobs from the list below (perhaps those that you are not sure about) and work out together what they are. Barista Breakfast server Housekeeper Kitchen Porter (KP) Porter Bartender Catering Assistant Chef Food Runner Waiting Staff Bar and Floor Staff Server Deli Assistant Bar Back Front of House Team Member F&B Assistant

10. Where do I look for a job? https://galway.staff-wanted.net/p/home.html - Casual jobs in Galway www.indeed.ie – Job listings for all over Ireland www.jobs.ie – Job listings for all over Ireland www.irishjobs.ie – Job listings for all over Ireland Moodle GCI/GBS Jobs Board Local newspapers e.g. Galway advertiser Local notice boards e.g. in The Post Office

11. IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR JOBS ONLINE… Be mindful of the location! Some jobs may be in County Galway , but not in Galway City and Galway is a big county!

12. Tailor your CV to the job It’s important to adapt your CV to the job you are applying for. When you look at your career history, you can take out the jobs which are not relevant to the position you are applying for. If any of your previous jobs is particularly relevant, describe it in more detail – list any of your achievements and include a detailed description of your duties. You can also have two CVs – a casual CV listing your skills, abilities and experience relevant to a temporary job, such as a cashier or a server, and a professional CV to apply for a job relevant to your qualifications (which might take longer to achieve).

13. Keywords in job description Mirroring the language and keywords found in the job description is the easiest way to demonstrate that you are a good match for the job. This is a job advert from www.indeed.ie posted in March 2023. What are the main skills the employer is looking for? Work with your partner and identify the key words. Then discuss the following: What would you include in your professional profile, when adapting your CV to this job post? Try to use some of the key words from the advert. Which skills and abilities would you include in ‘Skills and abilities’ part of your CV? Server and Barstaff - job post Handsome Burger Galway, County Galway From €11.30 an hour - Part-time Available shifts Part-time, 8-hour shift, Weekend availability, Monday to Friday, Day shift, 10-hour shift **Midweek daytime availability is essential** We are looking for a friendly, hard-working bar/server to join our team! Duties include: Providing excellent waiting service to ensure customer satisfaction. Presenting the menu, making recommendations, answering questions and sharing additional information with restaurant patrons. Multi-tasking various front-of-the-house duties. Be a team player and able to effectively communicate with Kitchen Staff to make sure orders are accurate and delivered promptly. Inform customers about the day’s specials. Making and serving drinks from our drinks menu. Up-sell additional products when possible and appropriate. Take accurate food and drinks orders, using a POS ordering software. Carry dirty plates, glasses and silverware to the kitchen for cleaning. Follow and implement morning and evening cleaning procedures, as outlined. Manage any cash handling in the correct and responsible manner. Check and maintain the cleanliness of the restaurant, toilets, and all public areas constantly. Previous bar and server experience is desirable. Full training will be provided to the right candidate. Midweek availability is essential.

14. Interview tips It’s a good idea to prepare for your interview, for example by googling typical interview questions for a particular job. Prepare answers to typical questions and a few real-life examples.

15. Typical Interview Questions: Food Server Why are you interested in working at this restaurant? What are your short- and long-term career goals? Describe an achievement from a previous position. Do you enjoy working as a part of a team? Are you familiar with our menu? What do you most enjoy about working as a food server? How would your past employers or colleagues describe you? Why do you think you're a good fit for this position? Work with your partner. Choose 4 of these questions and practise answering them.

16. Best of luck finding a new job in Galway!