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Jamesvd417

I have a lot of experience serving. I love working as a server, it is so natural to me. I love working with people and guaranteeing guest satisfaction. I am able to upsell and suggest other menu items or add-ons without making guests feel too pressured. I can multi-task well and can work in high volume places for long hours

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Nickmint2281

Although most of my work experience shows technical endeavors they also all required face to face customer service. I believe that experience would be a great asset to your business and my own success if given an opportunity.

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So long to the stigma

Locals launch RetrofitCareers, an online job board for recovered addicts seeking employment There’s an entire pool of job seekers most companies have yet to tap into. But they probably should. Studies show these individuals are more motivated and creative than the average worker. They express a higher level of gratitude to their employer, and are less likely to take sick

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A Job Well Done

Story originally presented in the Philadelphia NorthEast Times Northeast residents Dan Schmalen and Doug Kiker have started a job portal to connect recovered addicts with local jobs. When Dan Schmalen and Doug Kiker re-entered the workforce and tried to find jobs, they struggled to find job boards that met their specific backgrounds. Sites like Indeed, CareerBuilder and Monster list many

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Joseph’s Story

I have been in business now for 12+ years, and have used several different employment agencies. While these agencies have been helpful, they do not offer the hope for a better future for those that seek employment during sobriety treatment. Retrofit careers is doing just that with everything from training for interviews to establishing accountability. Retrofit is an amazing opportunity

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