Fired after breathalyzer: Apply for unemployment, consider wrongful termination, frame job search positively.

Okay, I've taken a look at the Reddit post about the individual who was fired from a night auditor position.

Analysis Summary: The person was let go from their Night Auditor job at a hotel chain after 2.5 years, following a breathalyzer test that showed a 0.105 reading. They suggest the high reading might be due to cold medicine and mention a challenging coworker.

Hot Skills, Tools, and Qualifications Identified from this Context:

• Skills:
  • Night Audit procedures (balancing accounts, running reports, handling end-of-day processes)
  • Customer Service (especially managing overnight guest issues)
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Reliability and ability to work independently (common for night shifts)
  • Cash Handling (likely)
  • Conflict Resolution (dealing with difficult guests or situations)
• Tools:
  • Property Management Systems (PMS) – e.g., Opera, Fosse, OnQ (though not explicitly named, essential for a night auditor)
  • Breathalyzer (as experienced, though not a job skill)
• Qualifications:
  • 2.5 years of experience as a Night Auditor
  • Experience in the hotel/hospitality industry

Potential Job Opportunities & Resume/Application Focus:

1. Night Auditor (Other Hotels/Chains):

   • Resume Focus: Leverage the 2.5 years of direct experience. Highlight proficiency in standard night audit tasks, specific PMS systems used, success in balancing, and customer service achievements.
   • Expected Benefit: Similar role, potentially similar pay scale. Opportunity for a fresh start in a new environment.

2. Hotel Front Desk Agent/Supervisor (potentially days/evenings):

   • Resume Focus: Emphasize customer service, problem-solving, knowledge of hotel operations, and any leadership or supervisory aspects from the night auditor role.
   • Expected Benefit: Broader range of shifts, potentially more guest interaction, could be a lateral move or slight step up if supervisory.

3. Guest Services Representative (in hospitality or other industries):

   • Resume Focus: Strong customer service skills, communication, problem resolution.
   • Expected Benefit: Utilizes transferable skills, might offer different industry exposure.

4. Administrative Assistant / Data Entry Clerk:

   • Resume Focus: Attention to detail, experience with reporting, organizational skills, independent work.
   • Expected Benefit: May offer more regular hours, uses some transferable skills.

Recommendations based on the Firing Situation (aligning with previous analysis principles):

• Immediate Action: Apply for unemployment benefits immediately.
• Legal Consideration:
  • The 0.105 reading is significant. If the individual genuinely believes cold medicine was the sole cause, they would need substantial proof (e.g., doctor's visit records around that time, receipts for specific cold medicines known to cause false positives, potentially a medical opinion).
  • The legality of a private company administering a breathalyzer test and the certification of the administrator could be questioned. Consultation with an employment lawyer might be beneficial to explore a wrongful termination claim, especially if there's evidence supporting the cold medicine defense or procedural irregularities. The "coworker who had it out for me" could be relevant if it points to a pretext for firing, but this is harder to prove.
• Interview Strategy:
  • Do not proactively disclose the details of the firing or the breathalyzer test.
  • If asked why they left their previous job, a neutral statement like "I am seeking new opportunities for growth" or "The role was no longer a good fit" is advisable. Avoid negativity about the former employer. If pressed for details about the termination, this becomes trickier and ideally should be navigated with advice from legal counsel if a wrongful termination claim is being considered. The focus should be on their skills and what they can bring to the new role.
• Expected Outcomes (General):
  • Short-term: Secure unemployment benefits to provide financial support during the job search.
  • Mid-term: Obtain a new position, likely in a similar hospitality role, by leveraging existing experience. Salary would likely be comparable to the previous role, depending on the market and specific position.
  • Long-term (if legal action is pursued and successful): Potential for damages or settlement, but this is uncertain and a lengthy process. A more positive outcome is finding a stable job in a better work environment.