Being picky about your job

I don't think its being picky why work somewhere that you know you will feel uncomfortable and dread everyday. Think of it if you applied for the job and been accepted, you would of been a terrible worker because you said you are not comfortable talking to people. You would of been fired because the boss would see how unsuccessful you were at work. Do you have experience working as a chef other than graduating for a degree? The reason I asked, some jobs want someone to have other experiences including having an degree. Some jobs wants to hire people to start small then work their way up. If you are lucky you can find a job that will train. Like my situation I went to a bartender school but the jobs I found if you don't have any other experiences they want you to work as a waitress or hostess before working as a bartender. Good Luck job hunting.

I think so - it means you have too much pride - I know a lot of people who have been unemployed for years, and only apply to jobs that they are 'qualified' for, even if it means them not getting hired. I think if you're in a desperate situation, pretty much 'beggars can't be choosers'. If you can do better, do better, but if you can't - then it stands to reason you shouldn't be picky!

if u have the right reason to be picky, then i have nothing against it. I dont believe when people say u have to accept this and that position just for experience purposes. I mean.. u studied for years in college and thats how u settle so u make use of what u learned? I dont think so.. And besides, its u whos gonna work, not them.

Well, i think you just don't need a job right now, so you are still picky with what to apply with. Though i can understand that if you will get that job, it's so far from the one you took as a course. But a lot of people who holds big positions started with low positions in the company. As you work, your capability is being watched and evaluated, thus if you persevere and the company sees your other capability, they can recommend you to the position, commensurate to your course.

I think you are not being picky. It's just that you are over qualified to become a waiter. I myself is unemployed, I'm a Registered Nurse, but my grand mother wants me to be a seller of some stuff. I just don't like it.

it will be a good exp its not like its gonna be your job forever. If you really don't like it leave the moment you could find another suitable job for you.

I think you can learn everything and there is a difference between picky and being picky. You can also refuse to do a job less/different as what you are qualified for but still can do. Like cleaning or gardening etc. There are also plenty of companies who do invest in their employees and who will eductate them.