Felon Can't find a job as a Cook ~ Jobs for Felons: How felons can get jobs

Felon looks for job as a Cook

Hello sir,

I have many years experience as a cook. I even worked in the kitchen when I was incarcerated. Even with all of my experience, I can't find work. I filled out many applications but I have not found anything. I really enjoy cooking. I need some help.

A lot of people are looking for work. Please don't give up. Sometime ex-offenders and felons looking for jobs have to be a little creative. I suggest getting your local telephone directory and make a list of all of the restaurants and bars/grilles in your area. Visit each one of them and inquire about open positions. Even if they don't have any openings, leave your contact information and make yourself available for on-call work. If you can, have personal business cards made up for you to leave with everyone you speak to. Often restaurants are in trouble when employees for some reason or another cannot make it to work. You could fill in on an as needed basis. I'm sure if you do a good job, you will be at the top of the list when an opening arises.

If you cannot find employment right away, consider working as a temporary employee. Many permanent jobs are filled by people who started as temp employees. If you do a good job, are punctual and have a good attitude, you may be hired as a regular employee. Check you local telephone directory for temporary agencies to apply to. There are even agencies that specialize in the hospitality industry. Apply just as you would any other job. Bear in mind that a felon stands a better opportunity by applying to smaller independently owned businesses that larger corporate companies.

A felon finding a job will be easier with hard work and the right attitude.

I hope this helps.

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