Kitchen staff is a person employed in a hotel who is responsible for welcoming and seating the guest. They have to arrange the napkins, utensils, linens in service areas and set the tone of the dining room. They also prepare the table settings and displays.
Employment in the food service industry has been growing and is expected to continue to grow faster than the average for other jobs because of a better economy and a growing population which is eating out more. Given below are some common interview questions that come up again and again during interviews for this post.
1. Please tell us something about your skills and abilities.
I am highly experienced, reliable and professional kitchen staff. I have vast knowledge in Asian and Western cuisine. I have sound ability to understand basic sanitation requirements related to personal hygiene, food handling and equipment safety and sanitation. I possess uncommon skills in interacting and communicating positively with other staff and customers.
2. What job specific tasks have you performed in your previous hotel?
The occupation specific tasks that I performed include washing, peeling and cutting various foods to prepare for cooking or serving. I even butcher and clean fowl, fish, poultry, and shellfish. I used to clean dishes, glasses, and tableware. I was also responsible for preparing special dressings and sauces as condiments for sandwiches, removing trash and cleaning kitchen garbage containers.
3. Mention some of your professional experiences that are required for this job?
Well, it is a very basic question asked to the employees who have already worked somewhere. The interviewer is just checking your knowledge. State that you have ample experience in this field. Just tell them that you have initiated many creative ideas for your previous hotel that has helped in the growth of last hotel.
4. What have been the biggest accomplishments of your career so far?
Tell the challenge you were presented with in your previous job, your actions, and the end result. Focus on accomplishments that directly relate to the open position. The way you answer this question will distinguish you from other applicants since your answer will require you to go beyond the basic job responsibilities.
5. What do you do in your free time?
This question is basically asked to know your interest and hobbies. You can impress an interviewer by your answer. You should highlight activities you enjoy that demonstrate your versatile, recharging and an outgoing personality.
Well, these are some of the frequently asked interview questions. Do not forget to say “thank you” to the person or people who interviewed you.
