GBP Chapter 242 Determining the Candidates
Chapter 242 Determining the Candidates
Zhang Liping said with a smile, "I can guarantee that you won't get your wages. Boss Chen is very honest. If he doesn't pay you, just come to me. I definitely won't let you suffer any losses."
"Besides, what are you afraid of? Pickling vegetables isn't like you're building rockets or airplanes. Furthermore, the boss will tell you exactly how long and short to cut the cucumber strips and how much salt to use. There are standards; just follow them. What's so difficult about that?"
"You're skillful and meticulous, this job is perfect for you, why don't you give it a try?"
Upon hearing this, Lin Xia first gently bit her lip, and then nodded heavily.
"Wow, Director Zhang, you've gone to so much trouble for my family, and now you've even found me a job! I'll definitely take it! If he wants me, I'll do my best!"
Zhang Liping nodded emphatically: "Good! We must have this ambition and work hard!"
After leaving the Lin family's house, the next stop was Old Zhao's house in another neighborhood.
The person who opened the door was a young man in his early twenties named Zhao Xiaochuan.
He was quite tall but very thin, with slightly hunched shoulders and clear, yet evasive, eyes that clearly showed a lack of confidence.
Besides a few pieces of old furniture, all that remained in the dilapidated house were piles of old cardboard boxes in the corner.
Zhang Liping knew something about Zhao Xiaochuan's situation.
He is deaf and mute. Two years ago, he worked in a factory, but was slightly injured because he couldn't hear the machine alarms, and was subsequently fired.
After that, he worked as a food deliveryman. He was doing well, but because he couldn't hear, he was hit by a car speeding behind him while turning a corner. Although he wasn't seriously injured, the food delivery company refused to hire him anymore.
The family is now barely surviving on him and his father collecting recyclables and receiving government assistance.
Zhang Liping immediately took out her phone and talked to him.
I have a place that makes pickled vegetables and I need to hire people. The pay is based on the amount of work done—the more you do, the more you earn; the less you do, the less you earn. Are you interested in doing it?
Zhao Xiaochuan stared at the screen, looking incredulous.
"Really? I can do it, I'm incredibly capable, and I'm not afraid of getting tired. When? If you need me, I can go right now!"
That's great! I'll let you know if I can go. There's no rush now.
Before leaving, Zhao Xiaochuan bowed deeply to Zhang Liping.
His eyes were full of longing and hope for the future.
After visiting several places, Zhang Liping finally managed to gather 10 people.
At this time, an acquaintance also sent good news.
The registration certificate and filing documents will be issued tomorrow morning, and we can officially start production tomorrow.
The next afternoon.
Chen Yuan pushed a cart full of washed and drained vegetable ingredients, opened the warehouse door, and stopped abruptly as soon as he entered.
Ten people, men, women, young and old, stood neatly in front of the control panel.
They were all wearing disposable hairnets and masks, along with aprons of varying ages. Their eyes were filled with restraint and anticipation.
Chen Yuan called Zhang Liping out to talk.
"Sister Zhang, didn't we agree on five or six people? Why are there ten?"
Zhang Liping said with a smile, "Listen to me, although these people are all capable, you know how it is, their skills vary. Just by asking them, how can you know who can actually do it?"
"I'm just hiring a few more people to try out the work. If they can do it well, like chopping vegetables, we'll keep them. Those who can't do it well, we won't let them stay, right?"
Chen Yuan breathed a sigh of relief: "If that's how you put it, then I understand. That's great."
He came to the crowd and first introduced himself.
Without saying a word, he walked straight to the workbench, picked up a sterilized knife, and scooped out a green lettuce from the basket he had brought.
First, peel the lettuce step by step, then place it on the cutting board and chop it with a knife. With just a few crisp chops, the lettuce is transformed into long, even strips.
"Everyone, watch carefully. Just like this, the strips must be cut evenly. If they're too thick, they won't absorb the flavor; if they're too thin, they'll fall apart after marinating. After you've signed the strips, I'll check your knife skills. If they're not good enough, then I can only apologize to everyone."
As soon as she finished speaking, Zhang Liping took out her phone, typed out a message, and offered help to the two workers in need.
Ten people quickly went to get the lettuce.
Then they each started to handle their own affairs, with Chen Yuan observing as he walked.
Chen Yuan observed that one of the people was the most stable in his movements.
This person is Lin Xia.
She was very careful when preparing the lettuce, and her knife skills were also quite good; she cut the lettuce strips evenly. She was just a little slow, though; she would probably be even better with more practice.
Apart from her, the other women performed well. These women usually take on household chores like washing clothes and cooking. They are strong, meticulous, and cut vegetables evenly.
Zhao Xiaochuan was at a disadvantage in this regard; he could barely manage to cut the lettuce into shreds, but the shreds were all different sizes.
After Chen Yuan had them cut the vegetables, he selected six of the best knife skills and then taught them how to weigh salt and some tips for pickling vegetables.
Because finding a job is not easy, and finding one that you can do right near your home is even harder.
So everyone was very enthusiastic and patient, doing whatever Chen Yuan said.
Two hours later, Chen Yuan announced his decision.
"These six ladies are all great, let's keep them all."
After Chen Yuan announced the results, all six people showed expressions of relief.
Zhao Xiaochuan couldn't hear, but he was eliminated during the vegetable-cutting segment. He saw that the other six people were very happy, and he knew that he had probably missed the opportunity. He was very sad.
Chen Yuan then said, "The remaining group consists of two men and two women. The two men will stay because, in addition to pickling the vegetables, there are other tasks that require people to bottle, cap, label, and pack for storage. This work is very tiring, so let the men do it."
"Ladies, may I settle your wages for these two hours?"
Zhao Xiaochuan had been hanging his head, thinking that the opportunity he had finally gotten was gone.
Just as he was about to leave dejectedly, a hand suddenly grabbed him.
Turning around, I saw Zhang Liping with a smile on her face.
The large characters on the phone screen were very eye-catching.
[You're allowed to stay! You're awesome! Keep up the good work, okay?]
Zhao Xiaochuan was stunned.
Who?
me?