Kanishka Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 Looks like they are trying to beef up the staff:http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/ret/80235518.html This ad has to be a joke, right? Craigslist? Yeah, I know its free, but so are the classified ads at DR.com. And the obnoxious lack of nettiquette.... shudder. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunnyJohn Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 (edited) This ad has to be a joke, right? Craigslist? Yeah, I know its free, but so are the classified ads at DR.com. And the obnoxious lack of nettiquette.... shudder. No joke. craigslist is a legit way to do classified ads on the internet. Looks like its pretty widely used. click me Edited June 23, 2005 by FunnyJohn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunnyJohn Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 (edited) Oh and as to the ad itself -- my guess is it was written in German by the Austrian owner and then translated into English -- sounds like Awrnold... Edited June 23, 2005 by FunnyJohn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kanishka Posted June 23, 2005 Author Share Posted June 23, 2005 No joke. craigslist is a legit way to do classified ads on the internet. Looks like its pretty widely used. I've used Craigslist to find roommates and buy furniture... but I never thought a Georgetown restaurant would use it to attract staff. Wouldn't it be smarter to cherry pick from other restaurants in DC? At least that way you're guaranteeing experience -- which, from the looks of it, is what this place needs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Doctor Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 I've seen a number of places advertise here. A few weeks back Restaurant Eve even advertised for positions on CL. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simdelish Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 I regularly scan CL's employment -- not just when I was looking for work, but still do. It's a great way to keep abreast of who's hiring (and who's left) -- basically it gives a good indication of movement in the Biz. I have also recommended friends to the listings, both looking for work, and for new hires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Doctor Posted June 23, 2005 Share Posted June 23, 2005 I regularly scan CL's employment -- not just when I was looking for work, but still do. It's a great way to keep abreast of who's hiring (and who's left) -- basically it gives a good indication of movement in the Biz. I have also recommended friends to the listings, both looking for work, and for new hires. Haha, even Palena is getting in on the action! http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/ret/80422588.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillvalley Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 Craigslist is one of the sites I check on a daily basis for a new job (anyone want to hire a sped. teacher?) When my sister was managing a restaurant in New Jersey she used it all the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Dente Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 This site could be a good source of what's around the corner. Looks like Zengo in the Penn Quarter is looking for a GM: Craigs List Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Dente Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 (edited) I can't help but get a laugh out of this ad for a server at 15 Ria. Highlights: QUALIFICATIONS · Requires 6th grade math level. · Requires 6th grade language level. I'm envisioning a restaurant staffed with recently graduated elementary school students. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS · KNEELING/CRAWLING: Occasionally. Clean, stock supplies. · STOOPING (BEND AT WAIST): Occasionally. Write orders. · FINGERING/FEELING: Frequently. Write orders, operate POS machine, garnish plates, fold napkins, set table with silverware. Kneeling, crawling, and stooping before customers to avoid mention of restaurant in Tom's weekly chats? Fingering? I knew restaurant staff can get a little frisky with one another, but yikes-- keep your hands away from my food! USE OF SENSES · SMELL: Constantly. Detect potential hazards and odors. I wish this had been specified in the job description of the waiter who brought a reeking plate of mussels to a table I recently sat at with a few fellow Rockwellians. Edited June 24, 2005 by Al Dente Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan7147 Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 I can't help but get a laugh out of this ad for a server at 15 Ria. Highlights:I'm envisioning a restaurant staffed with recently graduated elementary school students. Kneeling, crawling, and stooping before customers to avoid mention of restaurant in Tom's weekly chats? Fingering?  I knew restaurant staff can get a little frisky with one another, but yikes-- keep your hands away from my food! I wish this had been specified in the job description of the waiter who brought a reeking plate of mussels to a table I recently sat at with a few fellow Rockwellians. This is funny too: USE OF SENSES (continued) · COLOR VISION: Frequently. Recognize color differences between various drinks and colored linen. Quality control. · FULL FIELD VISION: Constantly. View department and other areas of hotel. · SMELL: Constantly. Detect potential hazards and odors. · OTHER: Occasionally. Sense of touch needed in handling hot plates. What dumbass is going to touch a plate and not realize it is hot? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdt Posted June 24, 2005 Share Posted June 24, 2005 You guys are killing me here! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FunnyJohn Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 I can't help but get a laugh out of this ad for a server at 15 Ria. Highlights:I'm envisioning a restaurant staffed with recently graduated elementary school students. Kneeling, crawling, and stooping before customers to avoid mention of restaurant in Tom's weekly chats? Fingering?  I knew restaurant staff can get a little frisky with one another, but yikes-- keep your hands away from my food! I wish this had been specified in the job description of the waiter who brought a reeking plate of mussels to a table I recently sat at with a few fellow Rockwellians. Yeah, and how 'bout a mention of knowing how and when to wash hands Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PollyG Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 This is funny too:USE OF SENSES (continued) · COLOR VISION: Frequently. Recognize color differences between various drinks and colored linen. Quality control. · FULL FIELD VISION: Constantly. View department and other areas of hotel. · SMELL: Constantly. Detect potential hazards and odors. · OTHER: Occasionally. Sense of touch needed in handling hot plates. What dumbass is going to touch a plate and not realize it is hot? I would guess that 15 RIA either had a problem with an ADA issue and the definition of essential functions of the job or someone from 15 RIA recently attended a conference. They've gone overboard to an extreme, but it does help them explain to the blind, handless person who has lost their sense of smell that no reasonable accomodation will allow them to perform essential functions of the job. But it does look a lot like a document created on an April first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilrus Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 I can't find it right now, but someone on another site posted an ad for a restaurant that said that, in addition to several other skills, some sitting and some standing would be required in the job. Really? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrescentFresh Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 I see nothing mentioning respiration. Do you think they would hire the dead or undead if the other qualifications are met? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shogun Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 I see nothing mentioning respiration. Do you think they would hire the dead or undead if the other qualifications are met? "Our specials are a starter of Malpeque oysters with yuzu espuma, and our entree special tonight is braaiiinnns!!!" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacques Gastreaux Posted June 27, 2005 Share Posted June 27, 2005 I would guess that 15 RIA either had a problem with an ADA issue and the definition of essential functions of the job or someone from 15 RIA recently attended a conference. They've gone overboard to an extreme, but it does help them explain to the blind, handless person who has lost their sense of smell that no reasonable accomodation will allow them to perform essential functions of the job. But it does look a lot like a document created on an April first. This was my immediate reaction. This ad sounds like it had some input from a lawyer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Dente Posted July 14, 2005 Share Posted July 14, 2005 Male servers to wear scrubs, flip flops, and NO SHIRT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilrus Posted July 14, 2005 Share Posted July 14, 2005 Male servers to wear scrubs, flip flops, and NO SHIRT That sounds like some party! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Dente Posted August 22, 2005 Share Posted August 22, 2005 (edited) Finally, we'll have a MEGA British Pub. Perhaps it'll be located in a former Home Depot or something. Union Jack's, a Mega-British Pub Edited August 22, 2005 by Al Dente Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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