I applied for a few part-time jobs today

"AestheticsInMotion" (aestheticsinmotion)
03/02/2018 at 21:19 • Filed to: None

Figured I’d spend the last few months before selling my business working nonstop. Not 100% sure what I’m doing after saying goodbye, but chances are having a beefed up savings account will help

First time doing this “new job” thing in over four years. It’s kinda fun. I wanted something for weekends, and maybe nights. Ideally no more than 20 hours since I’ll be working 50 hours of manual labor weekly for my company. Checking Craigslist for jobs was surprisingly good, there were a lot of options that I was mildy interested in...

1st pick) Pagliachi’s pizza deliverery driver - $20/h to drive the Miata around at “totally reasonable” speeds, all while being compensated for gas AND having a fantastic test of willpower via free pizza during my diet? What’s not to love. I don’t even have to worry about pizza smell ingraining itself into the car, thanks to the whole convertible thing.

Applied online, and was called within an hour for an interview by what sounded like a very young kid who introduced himself as the manager. Seemed a little... surprised at my qualifications. I went full-throttle with the full resumé and I’m guessing most applicants are first jobs or inexperienced college students. Anyways, interview on Sunday. Will be rocking the full suit because why the hell not. Flexible work schedule and they’re less than a mile from me. The plan is to talk the hourly wage up a bit from the start, and if that works I’ll call it good and try my hand at delivery. If they’re firm, I’ll still consider it, but look to other options as well, like...

2nd pick) Car Wash attendant - $15/h +$2000.00/quarter for school and medical/dental/401k. This is at a brown bear car wash connected to the Chevron I take my work trucks to. I know the guys there, and would enjoy working with them. Easy job, but probably tedious. That’s not a huge issue for a low hour, temporary job, but still. Assuming all benefits would be available without working full time, this might be a good idea. I need more details. And to decide whether or not school will be happening asap, or in half a year or so... 401k matching sounds pretty damn nice though. But without the benefits, the wage isn’t enough to consider for a job I’m not particularly interested in.

That said, I still applied, and have an interview Monday. Maybe I’m being too self-confident, but I figure that I’m pretty much gaurenteed any jobs I interview for at this level so it’s more about picking what offers me the best deal.

3rd pick) entry-level serving/bussing position at one of a few super trendy, hip restaurants downtown. I always said I’d never work at a restaurant... But I love the managing aspect of it. Spent a year as the dude who went out and sampled food/wine to consider bringing into a popular chain. That was fun. Pros - trying something new. Attractive women. I know the biz quite well, taking home a good amount of cash each night in addition to paychecks, free (really good) food and drink. Could easily morph into a lucrative (but insanely stressful career). Oh and lots of famous people? Is that a perk? We have a few Seahawks girlfriends working here, and there are plenty of high-rollers dropping thousands every night. Lots of famous Musicians... Marilyn Manson among them. Cons - insanely fast-paced, high-demand environment, long shifts, lots of room for promotions, I’m unsure of my ability to memorize orders and stuff for lots of people.... But likely not at the number of hours I’d like to work.

Or.... Something else. Any ideas? I’m open to absolutely anything, with the caveat being that if the job doesn’t offer room for growth, or personal enjoyment, the wages have to be higher to justify that. I’ve considered looking into a dealership job, Microsoft secretary, home insulation and back to personal training. Or starting another business, but that’s too much of a commitment at the moment. What other good ideas are there?

DISCUSSION (15)

gettingoldercarguy > AestheticsInMotion
03/02/2018 at 21:29

What are you doing after this stuff? I’ve always looked for jobs that will prep me for my future depending on where and what I’m lacking in.

That being said, I beat the shit out of the fool who told me anger management counselor.

Spaceball-Two > AestheticsInMotion
03/02/2018 at 21:38

I’ve got an entry level position open at my mortgage company but it’s full time.

AestheticsInMotion > Spaceball-Two
03/02/2018 at 21:43

Hmm. Too bad. Just out of curiosity, what are the necessary qualifications? Any thoughts on the position?

someassemblyrequired > AestheticsInMotion
03/02/2018 at 21:45

Costco, know a couple people there that started out with the little counters at the entrance, are now senior execs.

dogisbadob > AestheticsInMotion
03/02/2018 at 21:47

I don’t know, but good luck

AestheticsInMotion > gettingoldercarguy
03/02/2018 at 21:47

I just spit out sweet potato laughing.

Unsure. First choice is firefighting, but to get in locally will be a long, uphill battle of going back to school, grabbing certifications, dealing with shitty shifts, laughably low paying jobs and tons of competition before I can even think about being a part of any fire house.

Airforce or national guard is a possibility. I’ve considered trying to make Turo a major income source. Or maybe go to a tech college for something I would enjoy learning, and not sweat the whole job thing for a while...

Spaceball-Two > AestheticsInMotion
03/02/2018 at 21:48

A vague understanding of the mortgage industry, the ability to scan and copy docs, general office shit.

AestheticsInMotion > someassemblyrequired
03/02/2018 at 21:49

I’ve heard nothing but great things about Costco. I’ll look into that. I Actually saw a few “Costco” job listings, but they were 3rd party groups selling wares at Costco

fintail > AestheticsInMotion
03/02/2018 at 21:50

We had Pagliacci delivery at work today. Big order, corporate card, I tipped $75 - so you could make something if you are on the eastside, with all of the tech cos here. Car wash thing could be fun, at least for me, as I like examining cars, and I am OCD about cleaning my own. Depends on the clientele. I doubt I could deal with the high end restaurant thing, too many monied dbags around here.

I’ve sometimes thought of a spare time job, something as simple as a lot attendant at the MB dealer would be fun - but with a normal job that consumes about 50 hrs/week, I like my free time.

AestheticsInMotion > fintail
03/02/2018 at 22:00

That was my thinking. This store delivers from 108th 520 right past downtown Kirkland to the far side of totem lake do there’s a good mix of wealthy residential and business. Maybe I’ll stick a window washing card with “10% off” and pretend to be a business partner....

Front-end restaurant work would probably be short lived. Don’t like the work environment. Lot attendant at MB sounds interesting... I’m sure you’d get a lot of attention if you ever brought the fintail

someassemblyrequired > AestheticsInMotion
03/02/2018 at 22:02

Yeah you have a better shot of moving up if you are in the warehouse (i.e. not handing out samples, working in the tire center or doing roadshows).

But if you’re looking for part-time, and you have flexibility on hours, it might be a very good fit.

AestheticsInMotion > Spaceball-Two
03/02/2018 at 22:12

“Vague” just so happens to be exactly how I’d describe my understanding of the mortgage industry

fintail > AestheticsInMotion
03/02/2018 at 22:41

I think the eastside might be a decent place to deliver pizza. Non-snooty food will attract more “real” customers who might treat others fairly. I always tip the pizza delivery. The business card would be a fun addition.

When I go car-browsing and take the fintail, some salespeople fall over themselves to take a look - it weeds out the enthusiasts for sure.

AestheticsInMotion > fintail
03/02/2018 at 22:52

I didn’t even think about that. I bet that car alone could help you find a decent salesman

fintail > AestheticsInMotion
03/02/2018 at 23:11

I suspect it confuses some - it’s not a new S65, not a hooptie. The Bellevue dealer lost a lot of its old time staff when AutoNation took over - I had worked with an old timer there a couple times who knew what I was after. He walked when ownership changed. Next car might not be a lease, so it will be a different experience.