As high schoolers begin to become more independent, the necessity for a part-time job grows. Finding a job in the area that fits the schedule of a high schooler does not have to be the overbearing stress that some make it out to be.

If the expense or time of traveling is holding you back, there are openings waiting for applicants in New Freedom and Shrewsbury. A popular first job for many is in the food industry. Located in New Freedom next to I-83 is Cracker Barrel. Cracker Barrel has a variety of positions open, such as: serving, hosting, cashiers, grill cook, back up cook and prep cook. Also local, Shrewsbury’s Chick-Fil-A has an opening for both a day-time and evening team member. Shrewsbury’s Japanese Steakhouse is an option for a server/hosting job. A popular place to each is hiring a team member, Chipotle. If you would like to stay away from the food industry but still stay local, the Home Depot in New Freedom has an open part-time position as do numerous local Rutter’s.

Being willing to travel even 15 or 20 minutes dramatically increases the available jobs. A variety of positions are available in York: Five Guys(shift leader), Hardee’s (crew members and shift leaders), Domino’s (shift manager), Taco Bell (team member), Buffalo Wild Wings (greeter, cashier, kitchen team member), Pizza Hut (shift manager), Petco (cashier), Red Lobster (host and server), Lowes (cashier and seasonal loader), Denny’s (host and server) and Chipotle on Concord Rd. (team member).

What all of these positions have in common is that you have to be willing to step out of your comfort zone and ask for an application. They want someone who wants the job, so be enthusiastic. Jobs can help you learn a lot about yourself and about working with other people outside of school or sports; start applying, and don’t forget to follow up with a phone call.