What are some entry-level jobs?
LaRosa’s is in the restaurant industry, so there will be many jobs to choose from. The majority will require interacting with the public, such as:
- Server — This job will require a lot of standing and serving customers. A friendly attitude, some basic math and multi-tasking skills, and being a team player are necessary for this job.
- Host — Meeting and greeting customers will be the main focus for this position. Your friendly face will be the first one seen when customers arrive. Customer service, interpersonal and cleaning skills are requirements for this job.
- Cook — Prepare food following standard recipes and special requests. Duties will include: Maintaining a clean and well-stocked preparation area, assembling food to be cooked, following cooking procedures, and cleaning.
- Driver — Requirements include: Must be 18 years old, have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, current car insurance, a good sense of direction, and basic math skills.
Now that we have an idea of some of the jobs they have to offer, let’s continue on to see how to get a job at LaRosa’s Pizzeria with a felony.
Tips to get hired here with a felony
You may be thinking: It’s a pizzeria job, I probably won’t even need a resume. Wrong! There were a few things we noticed on their application that we want you to be prepared for.
They request that you provide at least three references. Keep in mind they want work references. These will be people who can speak of your work ethic and skills. Good examples of these are: Previous employers or supervisors, co-workers and even that neighbor who pays you to cut their grass each summer.
LaRosa’s will ask if you’ve ever been convicted of a felony, as well as the dates and details about it. We suggest for the details you mark “Will discuss in interview”.
The next step is uploading your cover letter and resume. The cover letter needs to be straightforward and should be fairly short. The purpose is to grasp their attention so they look at your resume. The secret to a great cover letter is selling your skills and showing your interest in the position you’re applying for.
Make sure you check out our resume guide for tips on dressing up your resume. We show you how to include skills you learned while you were incarcerated. For example: The kitchen job you had means you now have experience in a restaurant setting, as well as with cleaning and customer service. These particular skills are relevant to the jobs at LaRosa’s!
The last step will be the interview. Remember to relax and be yourself. Arriving early allows them to see that you will be on time and it also shows interest. The interview will be the best time to break the ice about your conviction. Be honest and use this time to your advantage. This will be your chance to let them see your character and answer any questions they may have — including those about your record!
This is the best opportunity to explain your situation and how you’ve used your past for growth.