At All Star Labor & Staffing, we understand that looking for work is stressful.  We know that every job seeker has a “moment before”.  They are coming from various points of crisis; there’s a reason why they’re looking for work.  We also acknowledge that we cannot employ everyone that we encounter.  Taking all of this into account, we take a comprehensive approach as we assist job seekers by offering resources. As a job seeker, one can NEVER have too many irons in the fire.  Each one represents a 50/50 chance that something’s going to pop or something’s not.  To that end, resources are ext ..read more

The warm weather is back in Oregon and that means there is outdoor work to be done. If you are a contractor with some big projects this summer, let All Star Labor & Staffing help supply you with qualified employees to ensure the work gets done on schedule. Partnering with us before the busy season can help you be prepared when your labor needs arise. All Star Labor & Staffing can help your business succeed this summer in these ways and more: All Star Labor & Staffing has employees available for as long as a project takes, with a four hour minimum. We offer vetted laborers who brin ..read more

All Star Success Story -Vincent Arthur Vincent initially learned of All Star through a friend in 2016, and came in to seek employment in October 2018 when he found himself in a really difficult time in his life. He interviewed with MaLeigha from the All Star Labor & Staffing – Portland office who he says, “Is absolutely amazing! I really felt that I was being listened to in regard to who I am and what I was looking for in a position.” Shortly after Vincent’s interview, he began ongoing work as a Prep Cook. This position evolved from a temporary assignment, into a permanent position. Vince ..read more

How to List All Star Labor & Staffing on Your Resume Working with All Star Labor & Staffing has been proven beneficial for many employees because we can provide employment, and opportunities to gain verifiable work experience, learn new skills, expand your network and boost your resume. It is important to know the proper way to showcase these different roles and how they have impacted your career development in your resume. Here are five steps to follow when listing your employment with All Star. Step 1: List All Star Labor & Staffing as your employer While employed with All Star ..read more

All Star Success Stories – Joshua Emery  Joshua found himself looking for work this past summer but was hesitant of utilizing a staffing agency for the thought of he wasn’t sure it would benefit him. After some online research and a little nudge from his wife, he decided to give All Star Labor & Staffing a try. Within a week of interviewing with our Albany team, Joshua was busy doing anything and everything we had available. Some jobs he did were: horse stall clean outs, demolition, event set up, working the fair, pressure washing and a lot of general labor. Our Albany team cannot think o ..read more

Tips to Maximize Your All Star Labor & Staffing Experience All Star Labor & Staffing matches job seekers with reputable companies around Oregon and the Northwest. We pride ourselves on the success of our employees and the productivity they bring to our clients. To ensure a prosperous relationship with us and our teams, we have compiled a list to help maximize your employment potential. Here are seven tips to help you get the most out of working with us: Do your research Before applying with All Star Labor & Staffing, do a little research so you understand what we do, how we work a ..read more

Job Search Questions – Answered! The job search process can be confusing and overwhelming – even for the experienced job seekers. Between the job boards, applications, networking, resumes, cover letters, references, and especially the interview, I see why it can feel overwhelming. While we would like to help answer all your questions, there just isn’t enough time in one blog, but we have answered some of the most common job seeker questions for you. I’ve applied everywhere but haven’t heard anything back. What am I doing wrong? When it comes to applying for jobs, it’s all about quality over q ..read more

Tips To Ace Your Phone Interview Similar to an in-person interview, a phone interview requires proper preparation to ensure you bring your best. Many times, candidates view a phone interview as a lot less formal and may not take it as seriously as if they were in person. These conversations are the gateway to an in-person interview and possibly landing that job, so it’s equally as important. Here are some tips to help prepare you for any phone interviews in your future. Research Familiarize yourself as much as possible with the company. Go through their website, mission statement, blog, and s ..read more

All Star Success Stories – Zachary Kissler Being a true All Star employee means going above and beyond the standard job requirements. Showing up early, trying new jobs, open to working new shifts, asking what more you can do when the tasks are completed and simply having a great attitude. Zachary Kissler from our Bend office exemplifies these “ideal employee” traits. Zachary initially heard of All Star through a specific Craigslist job posting, and has worked in a wide variety of job industries wherever he is needed. He started out doing masonry work where he’s learning a lot of new skills, a ..read more

Team Building Activities Everyone Will Enjoy Noticing a certain damper around the workplace or a drop in moral? Well then, it may be time to plan your teams’ next team building activity! These exercises are a great way to encourage team building, open communication and overall have fun. So whether you are a company of a thousand employees or just ten, here are some great team bonding activity ideas sure to spark some fun in almost any employee. Potluck Have your employees show off their culinary skills (or store bought) by preparing a small dish to bring to a company potluck. Then, set aside ..read more