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Use the job advert to give you hints on which ones they are most interested in.  \n• Set out as a formal business letter.  \n• Try to keep to one side of A4.  \n• Make sure contact details are correct.  \n• Use the same font as your CV, they should make a set.  \nEXAMPLE  \nCOVER LETTER  \nAny Name  \nAny Road Somewhere Wiltshire Post code  \n18th June 2016  \nPersonnel Department Giraffe Concepts ltd.  \n8 Dorchester Street  \nBath  \nBA1 1SS  \nDear Sir or Madam,  \nRe. Server (Waiter\\Waitress)  \nI am writing in response to advert for server (waiter\\waitress) vacancy, advertised on the universal job match website.  \nI have a range of relevant and extensive experience having worked as a steward at the Ministry Of Defence (Basil Hill Barracks) as well as two years’ experience working as a bar person at The Muddy Duck public house in Corsham, a popular pub that serves food during the day.  \nI have gained a range of certificates whilst working in catering for example:  \n• Level 2 BTEC Customer Service  \n• Level 2 N.V.Q Food & Drink Service  \n• Level 2 N.V.Q Hospitality & Catering Principles  \nI feel this is an opening perfectly suited to me as I possess all the attributes asked for in your job description. Iam friendly, helpful, fun and energetic and have a full understanding of the catering Industry.  \nBeing a part of a restaurant group that is the fastest growing in the UK would be an achievement in itself and to work in an environment serving fantastic food from around the world to a background of great music is something that sounds extremely appealing to me.  \nPlease find enclosed my CV for more information. I am available for interview any time and I look forward to hearing from you in due course.  \nYours faithfully  \nKen Brown  \nKen Brown  \nEnc.","cbCaimIdZmvv1bYN","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimIdZmvv1bYN","pdf",1009559,"English","# Cover Letter Purpose\n## Targeted, application-specific writing\n## Persuasion and skills emphasis\n# Format and Key Rules\n## Formal business letter style\n## Length and matching CV design\n## Correct contact details\n# Example Layout\n## Addressing the hiring department\n## Relevance to the advertised role\n## Experience and certificates\n## Closing and signature","[{\"question\":\"Do I need to send a cover letter with my CV?\",\"answer\":\"Send a cover letter with your CV unless the employer explicitly asks you not to. It helps convince the reader that your CV is worth reviewing.\"},{\"question\":\"How should I write a cover letter for each application?\",\"answer\":\"Write a fresh letter for every job and company, tailoring it to the specific role. 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