Career Services, Let's Get To Work!

Culinary students--this just in! Broadway Ristorante & Pizza at 10920 Baymeadows Rd--(904) 519-8000--is hiring cooks. Please apply in person and ask for Bryce or Trent when you apply. Make sure to tell them that you are from the International Culinary School at The Art Institute of Jacksonville when you apply! You must be willing to work some late nights (they are open untill 2:00 AM Sun through Thurs and until 4:00 AM Fri and Sat).

Attention Graphic Design, Web Design & Interactive Media students! Please join Career Services for a special guest speaker event on Thursday, December 3, at 5 PM. Check your email or stop by Career Services for more info!

Regie Partee from RL Campbell Group (a small government contracting company) contacted me inquiring about possibly having one or more video production students work with them creating a short documentary on a charitable project that they are doing (adopting families in need and going to their homes and decorating for Christmas, bringing gifts, etc.).

I thought it might make a great resume builder for someone. Their website is: http://www.rlcampbell.com/flash.htm If you are interested, please call her at 904-625-1348.

Please contact Nooney at 904-646-0450 if you are interested. He is a graduate of the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale and needs a web design student for a freelance job, designing a webpage for his local photography company.

A representative from the US Census Bureau will be on campus tomorrow, on the first floor, from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM, conducting brief interviews and recruiting for part-time, temporary jobs with the 2010 Census. To learn more about the jobs that they have available, please visit the following website:

http://2010.census.gov/2010censusjobs/

These jobs are great for in-school students because the hours are flexible. If you are interested, please stop by tomorrow.

The Days Inn in Yulee, FL, is looking for a culinary student to basically plan the entire menu of their restaurant. This will look great on a resume and will give you a lot of creative freedom. Pay will be comission based on the restaurant's success. Call Mrs. Rana at 904-225-2011 or stop by the Days Inn in person if you are interested. Their address is:

852374 US Highway 17
Yulee, FL 32097-2238

*NOTE: When working freelance/comission jobs like this, be sure to have a contract with the client. It protects both you and the client. For help on contracts, see Career Services.

Maggianos Little Italy in the St. Johns Town Center is hiring line cooks--please apply in person between the hours of 2 and 4 PM. Here's a tip--culinary students, wear your uniforms when you apply! It makes you look good!

The Ashley Furniture Homestore in the St. John's Town Center is currently hiring. Interior Design students, this is a great way to break into the field, meet designers, and learn about the product line. The pay is hourly during training, and then comission. Great potential. If you are interested, please apply in the store (and not online!).

Old Navy
Part Time, Employee
Orange Park, FL 32073
Old Navy
If you are interested in applying for this position,
please call 1-866-WK-4-GAPINC or Apply Online below.

www.oldnavy.com

Use a google map if you need better directions.

Michaels

Job Title Seasonal Cashier
Job Type Seasonal Part-time
Hours Varies
Pay Type Hourly
Wages To be discussed
Location 13281 City Station Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32218

This is an excellent chance for anyone who is interested in working with fine art. This store may even help you in finding the tools for the fine art classes for a low price. Good luck to those who are interested.

If you are interested in this job. Apply online: www.toysrus.com
Toys"R"Us/Babies"R"Us

Sales Associate
Job Type
Full-time Part-time
Hours
Not Specified
Pay Type
Hourly
Wages
To be discussed

4875 Town Center Parkway
Jacksonville, FL 32246

Hi all--if you're interested in working for Hot Topic, they are looking for someone right away! Please go in and apply in person. It's at the Avenues Mall location.

From a freelance client seeking a culinary student:

904-629-5041
christycuratolo@allureartdiary.com

******* JOB DETAILS *******
Job Title: Wedding Cake Needed
Job Type: freelance
Salary: One time payment $75- $100
Required Skills: Cake baking and decor
Referral Source: Other
Job Description: I am in need of a wedding Cake for my wedding. The cake will need to feed approx 75-80 people. Wedding date is December 12. Cake can be delivered or I can pick it up.
Application Process: Call me
Comments/Questions: Please contact me if you are interested in helping make my day wonderful. Thank you

The Disney store in the Avenues Mall is looking to fill 5 positions right away! To apply, take a resume with you and go to the store. Seasonal work but a fun environemt and great oppotunity to work for Disney.

The U.S. Census will be on campus recruiting for census jobs on Tuesday, Nov 24, from 11:30 to 2:30. Great temporary job and perfect for students because of the flexible schedule. Generous pay too! See me for more details!

BJ's is looking for cashiers--to apply, please visit their Jacksonville location and fill out an employment application. Applications available in Career Services if you would like to pick one up! However, you must drop it off at BJs in person.

Meat Manager: Responsible for managing the Meat Department to maximize gross profits. This includes ordering and receiving, displaying and rotating meat, cheese, prepared food and seafood products, enforcing trim standards, ensuring the merchandising and rotation of products, complying with sanitation and safety standards, addressing member questions, handling special requests, maintaining meat cutting equipment, supervising Meat Department Team Members, ordering supplies, and conducting monthly inventories. Strong interpersonal skills, an attention to detail and prior meat cutting experience required. Prior supervisory experience preferred. Note: This position requires working in refrigerated conditions.

Meat Cutters: Responsible for cutting and preparing fresh and processed meat. This may also include receiving, merchandising and rotating product, assisting members, handling special requests, and complying with sanitation and safety standards. Strong interpersonal skills, and prior meat cutting experience required.

Note: This position requires working in refrigerated conditions.

To apply for any of these positions, please visit our Jacksonville location and fill out an employment application or e-mail your resume and cover letter to:
E-mail: ahogue@bjs.com
Attn: BM/HP/C108

Good way for students to make some extra money--the United States Census Bureau is hiring people to work on the 2010 Census. Good pay and reimbursement for mileage. It would be temporary work, but sounds great for a school schedule. Info available in Career Services or at www.2010censusjobs.gov

SalesTiger is looking for an entry-level graphic designer to work on advertising email campaigns. Please see Career Services for more info and to submit a resume. For info on the company, go to:

http://salestiger.gregoryreyes.com/

Epping Forest Yacht Club is looking for culinary students on a part-time, on-call basis for the holiday season. To apply, stop by between the hours of 4:00 PM and 5:30 PM, Tuesday through Saturday, and ask for Chef Wong Choon Chor. You must tell them at the gate that you are there to apply for a job and ask for the Chef directly.

Full-time Administrative Assistant position available in the hospitality industry, local, looking for someone who preferably has experience working in a hotel/restaurant. $11 an hour. See Career Services for more info!

ATTENTION:
COMIC BOOK ARTISTS

Want to get in on the ground floor of a creator owned book?

A local creative team is seeking a talented artist
to work collaboratively to bring their story to life.

Interested artists should:
• Have a portfolio or other samples of your work.
• Be able to work on deadline.
• Work well with others.

For more information please contact us at:
comicwritersjax@gmail.com

Serious inquires only please.

Golden Corral Corporation
Job Title Cook
Job Type Full-time Part-time
Hours Varies
Pay Type Hourly
Wages To be discussed
Location 4250 SOUTHSIDE BOULEVARD
Jacksonville, FL 32216
www.goldencorral.com

Boston's The Gourmet Pizza
Job Title Cook
Job Type Full-time Part-time
Hours Not Specified
Pay Type Hourly
Location 13070 City Station Dr
Jacksonville, FL 32218
www.bostonsgourmet.com

Two More job positions that would be interesting
for students.

Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant
Job Title Line Cook
Job Type Full-time Part-time
Hours Varies
Pay Type Hourly
Location 207 Atlantic Blvd.
Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
www.gordonbiersch.com

Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant
Job Title Server
Job Type Full-time Part-time
Hours Varies
Pay Type Hourly
Location 9735 Gate Parkway North
Jacksonville, FL 32246 | View map
www.gordonbiersch.com

Chick-fil-A
Job Title Cook
Job Type Full-time Part-time
Hours Varies
Pay Type Hourly
Wages Competitive
Location 1752 US Highway 1 South
Saint Augustine, FL 32084
www.chickfila.com

These are two choices that can help you get a chance
to work and study while you are working on projects.

Overview:
Stein Mart is currently seeking a fun, fashionable and friendly person to join our Store Team as a Service Associate. We are looking for someone to provide superior customer service, operate cash registers to complete customer transactions, display merchandise and maintain a clean shopping area to maximize store appeal and assist in the Receiving department.

Apply online using the following link:

http://careers-steinmart.icims.com/jobs/1267/job

A cover letter should be included with every résumé you send out. Make sure the cover letter is specific to the job you are applying for – you can have a general letter in your own files that you spice up for each job, but be specific.

TYPICAL COVER LETTER STYLE/CONTENT

Date (Start the date 2 inches from the top of the page)

Individual’s Name
Title
Name of Organization
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Mr./Mrs.
___________________________________________:

First Paragraph:
State the reason for writing. Name the specific positions and type of work for which you are applying. Explain where you learned of the position or company.

Second Paragraph:
Explain why you are interested in working for this employer and specify how you are PERFECT for this position. Do not only repeat the information on your résumé. Include something special or unique about yourself that would “benefit” the employer. Remember, the reader will consider this an example of your writing skills.

Third Paragraph:
Mention your résumé is enclosed and indicate your desire to meet with the employer. You may want to suggest alternate dates and times, or simply advise them of your flexibility to the time and place. Include day and evening contact information. Include a statement or questions that will encourage the reader to respond. Be sure to communicate your plan to follow-up. You might state that you will be in the area on a certain date and would like to set-up a meeting, or you will call on a certain date to set up a meeting. Never leave it up to the employer to get in touch with you.Finally, thank the employer for their time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Your signature in blue or black ink.

Your Typed Name


SAMPLE COVER LETTER

Phone Number and Area Code
Enclosure: Résumé
December 1, 2009

Ms. Mary White

Director of Human Resources
ABC Graphics
1234 Main Street
Jacksonville, FL 32256

Dear Ms. White:

I am very interested in pursuing the position of Graphic Design Assistant with ABC Graphics. I feel I have valuable creative and technical skills that would be an asset to this department. I have been employed at ABC Graphics in the Production Department since January 2008. I would very much like to continue my employment utilizing my graphic design skills and experience.

Presently, I am enrolled at The Art Institute of Jacksonville and I expect to graduate in 2010. I have extensive training and professional experience in computer graphics, electronic imaging, and production. I am fully proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Quark Xpress, and Macromedia Dreamweaver. In my current position with ABC Graphics I have worked with the Production Manager to improve the process of filing projects and have assisted in the creation of a new filing system for design projects. I feel this experience would be highly beneficial in the Creative Design Department.

I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to further discuss my background and qualifications. Thank you for taking the time to review my résumé and consider my qualifications. I will be in touch to follow-up with you by the end next week.

Sincerely,

(Your signature in blue/black ink)

Your Typed Name

10 Common Mistakes

Use this guide and remember to avoid the 10 most common mistakes on cover letters:

Mistake #1: Don’t Overuse “I”

Mistake #2: Don’t Use a Weak Opening: Please consider me for your entry level web designer position. Better: Your need for a top performing entry level web designer is an excellent match to my internship and freelance experience.

Mistake #3: Don’t Omit Your Top Selling Points – For example, Awarded Best Interior Design Portfolio, etc.

Mistake #4: Don’t Make It Too Long – keep your cover letter to one page

Mistake #5: Don’t Repeat Your Résumé Word for Word

Mistake #6: Don’t Be Vague

Mistake #7: Don’t Forget to Customize – change your letter for each job you’re applying for.

Mistake #8: Don’t End on a Passive Note – state that you promise to follow up with the employer at a certain time

Mistake #9: Don’t Be Rude – Your cover letter should thank the reader for his time and consideration

Mistake #10: Don’t Forget to Sign the Letter – unless over email, a signature is always proper business etiquette

Attention!

If you are in need of work and like to bake contact:
Chef Elizabeth Salem
A Sweet to Eat
904-996-7988

www.ASweetToEat.com

H2O Bistro at 13475 Atlantic Blvd in Jacksonville is scheduled to open next week, and will be looking to hire upon opening. Stay tuned for more details.

SAMPLE RESUME

Your Name (BIG)
Street Address
City, State, Zip
(Area Code) Phone
(Area Code) Cellular
E-mail Address/Web Site Address

Skills/Talent/Abilities
This is where you list what skills you have to offer the company. You may indicate the equipment your proficient in such as: computers (be sure to include programs you know), computer graphics, photography, drawing, painting, sculpting, sketching, etc. (you can also refer to your class curriculum).

Field Related Experience
May include internships, freelance and paying jobs, but keep field-related positions under this heading and list them in chronological order with the most recent job first. This section may also include “freelance” work you have completed, and if it is ongoing indicate the date you began through “present.” Make sure for each employer listed that you give your title, dates of employment, company name, city, state, and your responsibilities.

Work Experience
If you have other experience (non-related) that support your skills and talents, list here. This is the perfect place to put any non-industry related jobs such as: retail, customer service,etc.

Education
Associate/Bachelor of Arts Degree in (Your Major)
Name of School, City, State where school is located
(Include date received)
(DO NOT INCLUDE WHERE YOU WENT TO HIGH SCHOOL AND WHEN YOU GRADUATED)