I'm a high school junior in Joliet, IL, looking for a seasonal job to earn some extra cash. If anyone knows of local businesses that usually hire for the holiday season, I'd love to hear about it!
Many businesses hire high school students for seasonal jobs. For example, retail stores may need extra help during the holiday shopping season. Some stores at the Louis Joliet Mall may have vacancies. In particular, look into larger department stores such as Macy's as they usually hire extra seasonal staff during the holidays.
In addition to retail, the food industry may need extra help. Restaurants and catering companies often need additional help with catering holiday parties and events. You could look into local restaurants and banquet halls such as the DiNolfo's Banquets in nearby Homer Glen.
If you love the outdoors, you might consider opportunities to work at nearby Christmas tree lots or even garden centers which often need help around the holiday season.
Remember, applying earlier can give you an advantage as many seasonal positions are filled on a first-come basis. Reach out to these places, drop off a resume if possible, and follow up regularly. Good luck with your job search!
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