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Sous Chefs

Author: Rocky TarantelloOn: Dec 19Categories: Jobs No Comments

We are looking for sous chefs for the following cities:

Memphis, TN $48-$55K plus $10k bonus target per year

Burlington, MA $57-$67 plus $10k bonus target per year

Dallas, TX $48-$55K plus $10k bonus target per year

Houston, TX $48-$55K plus $10k bonus target per year

King of Prussia, PA $48-$55K plus $10k bonus target per year

All include full health benefits and profit sharing.

Apply HERE

Job Requirements:

The Sous Chef is responsible for supporting the Executive Chef in leading a team of culinary professionals that deliver high-quality, great tasting food; proper food safety and sanitation procedures and profitability. The Sous Chef contributes to building top line sales and guest count through the delivery of a competitively superior team member and guest experience. [···]

Restaurant Sales Managers

Author: Rocky TarantelloOn: Dec 19Categories: Jobs No Comments

We have several Sales Manager openings in the following cities:

Houston, TX $48-55k + $10k bonus target
San Diego, CA $52-60k + $10k bonus target
Atlanta, GA $48-55k + $10k bonus target
Sacramento, CA $48-55k + $10k bonus target
Raleigh, NC $48-55k + $10k bonus target

All include full health benefits and profit sharing.

Apply HERE

Job Requirements:

The Sales Manager is responsible for building business for the restaurant through direct and indirect sales techniques including all planning components of private and large party dining and community marketing initiatives. The Sales Manager also leads and manages the restaurant level Host/Sales department operations, modeling and demonstrating leadership that is grounded in the core values & principles.

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So, what do you know about me | Interview prep

Author: Rocky TarantelloOn: Dec 19Categories: Blog No Comments

So, what do you know about me | Interview prep

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Gonzo chef Anthony Bourdain recounted a story in his popular book “Kitchen Confidential” about a job interview he had early in his career.

The job was for a chef in a steakhouse and the interviewer, the owner, was a fairly well-known restaurateur. As the story goes — or at least as I’m remembering it — Bourdain thought the interview was going well and he was feeling relaxed. The the interviewer asked, “So, what do you know about me?”

Bourdain didn’t want to appear to be part of any rumor milling about the restaurant owner, though he certainly had heard stories. So he simply said, “Practically nothing.” At which point the interview abruptly ended, to Bourdain’s confusion.

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RESTAURANT MANAGERS, MIAMI

Author: Rocky TarantelloOn: Dec 15Categories: Jobs No Comments

Seeking a highly motivated, energetic, innovative Restaurant Managers. Must have strong work ethics, attention to detail, proven loyalty and longevity and great interpersonal skills.

Salary: $45-$60K plus benefits and 401K

Apply HERE

Job requirements:

Bachelor degree in Hospitality or Culinary Arts or related field

Five (5) years of management leadership in an upscale restaurant (front and back of house) experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

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A follow up letter | Interview Tips

Author: Rocky TarantelloOn: Nov 27Categories: Blog No Comments

A follow up letter | Interview Tips

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The interview is over; thank you and goodbye.

Now what?

Just sit around and wait to hear if you got the job or not, right?

No. There are two things you should do after an interview. The first is to immediately send a note to the person you interviewed with thanking him or her for the opportunity. It used to be considered proper that such a note be written on real paper and sent through the post office. I recall a time when the advice was to have the note already written and in a stamped envelope before the interview so it could be dropped in the nearest mailbox right after.

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A Clothes Debate | Interview Tips

Author: Rocky TarantelloOn: Oct 12Categories: Blog No Comments

A Clothes Debate | Interview Tips

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Not long ago a friend was applying for a midlevel executive position with a large Fortune 500 company at its corporate headquarters. Despite its prestige and standing, the company was known for its laid-back work culture, including a policy of casual business attire everyday, not just Fridays. Not even the company’s CEO wore a tie to work, let alone a jacket or suit. Indeed, he often could be seen wandering the executive suite in bib overalls.

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What’s your greatest weakness | Interview tips

Author: Rocky TarantelloOn: Oct 03Categories: Blog No Comments

Have you ever been interviewed for a job and asked, “What’s your greatest weakness?” Of course you have. We all have. It’s one of those furniture-piece questions that interviewers love to throw out there. (It should be thrown out, period.)

the weakest link

Some interview coaches might tell you to turn the question around so that your “weakness” is really a positive. “I work too hard,” or “I care too much about details.” Say that to your interviewer and wait for that expression that says, “Yeah, right.”

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Restaurant Talent Scouts | First Year Anniversary

Author: adminOn: Jul 25Categories: Blog No Comments

Restaurant Talent Scouts, a partnership dedicated to finding qualified candidates for the restaurant and hospitality industry, recently celebrated its first anniversary. It was a great first year.

Founded in 2015 by chef Rocky Tarantello, recruiting professional Lenka Brady, and critic Scott Joseph, Restaurant Talent Scouts provides an affordable solution to businesses faced [···]