Is it just me, or has the "entry level" tag on job boards become a complete lie? I am looking for a basic server gig and half the postings are asking for three years of fine dining experience and wine certifications for a place that sells burgers and wings. If nobody is willing to train anyone anymore, where are people supposed to actually start? It feels like the ladder has been pulled up.

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It’s not just you—“entry level” has definitely turned into “already trained but underpaid.” A lot of places want experience without investing in training, which makes starting out way harder than it should be. You’re right, the ladder really does feel like it’s been pulled up.

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Not just you. "Entry level" only refers to pay now. They still want the experience, they just don't want to pay for it.

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Totally agree

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They all want someone with several years of experience. It’s unfortunate because you can’t get experience without experience.

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It’s definitely a competitive market. Especially with all the job layoff and lack of job growth that administration is supporting or not. It may be time to pivot and apply to a variety of jobs.

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I know it’s not how it should be but start as a hostess and work your way up. Or lie on your resume lol

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