cover letter 28

1.

COVER LETTER
What do you think is more important for an
employer in an international restaurant: the
perfect resume or the perfect cover letter? Can
both documents in English open up new career
opportunities for you?

2.

Choose the 5 words that you think are most
important to a pastry chef/cook when applying
for a job, and make sentences with them.
Keywords: creativity, precision, teamwork, speed,
knowledge of baking techniques, patience,
physical stamina, attention to detail, cleanliness,
adaptability.

3.

«Good vs. Bad Email»
Пример 2 (Good Example):
Пример 1 (Bad Example):
To: jobs@grandhotel.com
Subject: Job
Hi,
I saw your job ad. I need a
job. I have worked with
cakes. My CV is attached.
Bye,
Ivan
To: careers@grandhotel.com
Subject: Application for Junior Pastry Chef Position – Ivan Petrov**
Dear Ms. Laurent,
I am writing in response to your advertisement for a Junior Pastry Chef
on "HotelJobs.ru". I am passionate about modern patisserie and believe
my skills are a good match for your team at the Grand Hotel.
During my apprenticeship at "Sweet Corner", I gained experience in
preparing classic French desserts, decorating cakes, and maintaining strict
food safety standards. I am a fast learner and enjoy working in a team.
I believe I can contribute to the success of your pastry department.
Please find my CV attached for your detailed consideration.
I am available for an interview at your convenience. Thank you for your
time.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Ivan Petrov
+7 900 123-45-67

4.

Задание 2 на рабочем листе: «Build a Paragraph»
1. Dear Mr. Brown,
2. I am writing with regard to the vacancy for a Commis Chef advertised on your website.
3. I am a recent graduate from the Moscow Culinary College with a specialization in Pastry
Arts.
4. I have completed a 3-month internship at a high-volume bakery.
5. This experience allowed me to develop strong skills in bread production and teamwork.
6. I am particularly interested in your focus on sourdough breads.
7. Please see my resume attached for further details.
8. Thank you for considering my application.
9. I look forward to discussing my application with you in an interview.

5.

Group work: "Create the perfect candidate"
VACANCY : «Artisan Bakery "Rustic Bread" seeks a passionate Baker!
We are looking for a dedicated baker with knowledge of traditional techniques.
Responsibilities include: sourdough starter maintenance, baking various breads,
ensuring quality control.
Requirements: Experience in bakery production, understanding of fermentation
processes, ability to work early mornings, teamwork skills.»
TASK: Write a draft Cover Letter on behalf of the ideal candidate for this vacancy (the
name can be invented). The letter must:
1.Have professional Subject and Salutation.
2.Refer to the vacancy.
3.Meet the requirements from the description (use the necessary skills from Wordlist).
4.Be persuasive and polite.

6.

The Blitz Survey:
1.Name the three required Subject elements.
2.Which verb is better to use instead of "I want a job"?
3.What should I do with my resume in an email?

7.

Homework:
Finish and edit the Cover Letter started in the classroom.