Casual jobs?

Question

Lately, I've always been on the look out for casual positions I can take during the holidays, weekends and after school but can't seem to find any decent ones.

I never had any prior experience and I'm 16. How hard would it be if I started now? I really need the money for working on my L's (which I plan to start anytime soon) and don't want to ask my parents for money.

Should I look and apply online or ask in store even though there are no signs? I'm interested in places such as City Beach, Jay Jays, BIG W, KFC and d**k Smith.

Any help would be appreciated. Many thanks.

Answer 1

I was 18 when i got my first job, and i had no prior experience beforehand, i started to apply online, fill in application forms and hand out CV's to stores that were hiring, i was rejected a few times but a month or two later when i gave up i recieved a call asking me to go in for an interview and ive been working there ever since.

Try not to limit yourself to those few places, always be on a look out while your out and about for signs that say they are hiring, it is worth a try to go into the store to ask whether they are hiring at the moment or not even without the sign.

In your CV try to sell yourself more, if your looking for retail then include something about it there.

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Answer 2

Large companies like Coles, which include Coles, Bi-Lo,

K-Mart and Woolies, which includes d**k Smith, Big W, Woolies all do their hiring on-line and don't advertise. Submit your resume on-line but they do hiring in blocks so dont expect to hear from them staight away.

Think Jay Jays and City Beach you will have to walk in yourself.

Pretty much nobody at your age has experience. Easy to start now, I have worked for both Woolies and Coles and their is no experience needed and coles pays better than woolies.

Good Luck

Answer 3

SEEK has an 'entry level' category where you can hunt for jobs that don't require experience. Check under 'retail'.

I would apply online at any of the company sites you mentioned too. You have nothing to lose.

Good luck!

Answer 4

rent boy..check down the allies of your local streets, or the docks, i know it's served me well, and you'd better believe i've served my customers well

Answer 5

I am actually a manager for one of the retailers that you mentioned and my advice to you is to try everyone and just keep on trying. At the moment retailers are really not looking for anyone because it is the 'slow time' in retail and certain global factors are starting to impact on business. BUT don't just try the majors also look into the smaller family owned businesses.

A few good tips are have you Resume the best you can do it. You may not have any job experience but people will look at what you have done at school etc. If you do get called for a interview or a group session look the best you can and just remember you are trying to beat everyone else so be the best you can be, ask, answer and make eye contact.

If you are no where by August/ September then start it all again because that is when everyone starts looking for Christmas.

Hopefully this will help

Answer 6

Submit your resume to every store whether they appear to be hiring or not and don't forget to include the hours you're available.

Try to hand it to the proprietor, manager or the mgr's assistant instead of just leaving it at the counter.

Try Harvey Norman as they usually employ quite a few casuals and, contrary to popular belief are actually good to work for, but be aware that every section in every HN store is completely separate with a different franchisee - Computers, Electrical, Bedding, Furniture etc. so each will need a resume.

Be prepared to sell yourself. If you get to speak to a manager, tell them why they need you e.g. you're smart, you work hard, are willing to do anything etc. Be prepared to start at the very bottom. If you're any good, you won't be at the bottom for long.

And above all, dress properly. You would be amazed at how many kids come around looking for jobs who look like they have just come from the skate park. It creates a bad impression and the well dressed ones really stand out and that's what you need to do. I don't mean a suit, but a decent shirt, slacks and tie, even if no-one else in the store is wearing one. First impressions count.

Answer 7

At 16 years of age I'd expect your resume to be fairly basic.

Don't let that worry you. Have you included your interests such as clubs, scouting movement, volunteer work etc.

Apply for positions on-line if that's what the employer requires.

Go for as many interviews as you can, even if you don't want the job, it gives you practice for the interview you really want to do well at.

If they offer you the job and you don't want it just politely decline.

Good luck.

Answer 8

When applying for jobs you must sell yourself first to any potential employer.  My advise is start at one end of the street and go into EVERY store in the street and apply .   Most jobs are never advertised and need a personal approach.   Just don't give up as they may get back to you later.  MacDonald's is all ways a great starting point as my daughter found out.