Example of a Restaurant Cover Letter

Two Tips: If a job working in a restaurant interests you, be sure to include in your cover letter two essential elements: 1) your experience in this industry and 2) your enthusiasm for serving customers—whether as a waiter, chef, or host. This is a job that works best for people with a positive attitude and an interest in people.

Susan Job Searcher
400 Work Avenue
Any Town, USA 11111
Home: (777) 777-7777
Cell: (222) 222-2222
[email protected]

April 18, 20--

Ms. Mona Brown
Hiring Manager
Big Town Steak House
900 Good Food Street
Big Town, USA 99999

Dear Ms. Brown:

On JobSearchJimmy.com today I saw your post for a job as a restaurant hostess. I was so happy to see it since that is exactly what I've been looking for since moving to this county. Your restaurant is one of my favorites! It would be great to have the opportunity to work for such a fine establishment.

I have experience in this area, as well. I worked as a hostess at Thelma's Café for two years when I lived in Little Town so I am familiar with seating customers, taking reservations, and greeting people as they come through the door. In fact, I love this line of work because of the opportunity it provides to work with the public.

If you'd like me to come in to the restaurant in person I'd be happy to do so. We could meet and talk about how I'd work hard to be an asset to your steak house.

If you're interested, please phone me at 777-777-7777. Thank you ahead of time for considering me for the job.

Sincerely,

Susan Job Searcher

A Writing Reminder: Your own cover letter should reflect your unique personality, experience, and your talents, but the one above is a good example of what such a letter can look like.