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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
The interviewer wants to know that you are capable of leading in a positive way that commands the respect required in a fast paced kitchen environment. Leading with an iron fist is not necessarily the best way to ensure you are respected in your role. Talk about some of your personality traits and the ways that you connect with your employees. The interviewer wants to know that you are capable of developing healthy relationships that will foster a communicative and safe kitchen environment.

Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"I have been a natural leader most of my life. The way I ensure that my kitchen staff respect and listen to me is to first, lead by example. Second, I practice empathy. I am also highly communicative and I am a strong listener. Once my staff understand that I am there to support them and help them grow in their career, they are almost always receptive to my leadership."

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