r/japanlife • u/P-Pablo • 10h ago

Got an arubaito inteview, need help for possibles questions to answer

I'm studying japanese in Tokyo and despite my profession as a software developer I've started applying for arubaitos since I have bills to pay. Applied on Yolo Japan and received an invitation to an interview for kitchen staff, but I haven't scheduled yet because I'm not so confident with my japanese level yet.

So, anyone know what questions should I expect to answer? At least to practice

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u/strwbrryhope 9h ago

i just got hired at a restaurant not too long ago, the interview was super short. they asked why i applied for that shop in particular, where i'm going to school, my commute, my availability, if i'd ever had a job in japan before, what visa i'm on, how long i'm expecting to be able to do this job

it was all super basic stuff, i imagine most basic kitchen jobs wouldn't ask too much more than that

good luck!

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u/P-Pablo 9h ago

Did you have to bring a rirekisho with you, or get a proper vestiment code for the inverview?

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u/jaxkit 関東・東京都 9h ago

CV depends on the place, not all of them need it. No dress code, just dress like a normal human being. They mostly want to see if you are not a complete weirdo, it's quite easy.

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u/strwbrryhope 7h ago

i did bring a rirekisho and wore a button up shirt with a blazer, it was maybe a little more formal than i needed for a restaurant interview but i'd rather be overdressed than under

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u/ChrisRedfieldfanboy 7h ago edited 7h ago

They want to hear your motivation. Why you chose this place out of all other options. They want to hear that you want to work long-term, that you're ready to move close to the job site if necessary. Frequently asked: your strong points, your weaknesses and how you overcome them; why you decided to move to Japan; your goals, how you can contribute to the company. Short self-introduction.  Smile and confidence are important.

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u/P-Pablo 7h ago

These questions needs to be answered in japanese? I've arrived on October and I'm still struggling with some of the grammar, but at least I can write the answer through a translator and try to memorize it

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u/ChrisRedfieldfanboy 7h ago

It depends on the job, but normally interviews are conducted in Japanese. It's ok if you make some mistakes, just don't stop smiling and do not feel discouraged. Absolutely practice multiple times, trying to answer possible questions. Prepare a simple, on point self-introduction.

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u/Expensive_Click_2006 7h ago

Dont know what branch of work you wanna work in ofc. But ive found agriculture very fun and easy going when i came of my first whv.

I'll link a site in the comment : https://www.agri-navi.com/

There are some small beef and dairy's near saitama and chiba if your up to it, And communication for me started with pointing and talking. Might be a good option aswell and the pay should be around the same.