Today, Ganli arrived home and the village chief came right after, precisely because of this matter.
Many people were eager to work at Ganli's restaurant, which was about to open, but they didn't have any connection with Ganli, and Old Man Gan and the others were rarely in the village these days. That's why they asked the village chief to talk to Ganli about it.
The village chief was also in a dilemma. He didn't want to get involved in this matter, but too many people came to him. He thought that if he didn't do anything, it wouldn't be good either, so he decided to take the plunge and at least let Ganli know about this.
After understanding the whole story, Ganli did not answer immediately, but instead asked the village chief for his opinion.
The village chief sighed: "To be honest, we live in the same village and see each other all the time. If we can lend a hand, that would be the best thing."
Even if you're unwilling, it's best to come up with a suitable reason so as not to lose face and to have something to say when you meet again in the future.
The village chief paused for a moment, then said, "This is just my own idea. You'll have to figure out the specifics yourself. Everything should be done with your restaurant in mind."
Upon hearing this, Ganli understood that the village chief's words came from the bottom of his heart.
Although she didn't have any special feelings for Yuxi Village, it was different for Old Man Gan and the others. It was their root, an inseparable place in their minds.
Even a hundred years from now, when they return to their roots, they will still have to settle here.
In that case, we can't have a perfect relationship with these villagers, but we also can't let it become too strained.
Moreover, there's the village chief. Gan Li admires the village chief's character, so she's willing to do him this favor.
"Second Uncle, don't worry, I understand what you mean."
Gan Li said with a smile, "I am indeed short-handed for this expansion of the restaurant. I was thinking that if there are any willing people in our village, that would be the best."
"As long as they're clean, efficient, and hardworking, I'm willing to hire them if we live in the same village."
The village chief was pleased to see that she was so sensible and looked at her with admiration.
At this moment, Ganli changed the subject.
"There's just one problem. My restaurant is big, but I only need that many people. If everyone in our village wants to work there, who do you think I should hire and who shouldn't?"
In many things in the world, the concern is not scarcity but inequality.
If Ganli's restaurant were hiring, it would be fine if they didn't recruit from the village at all. But since they did recruit from the village, those who were selected are fine, but those who weren't selected might harbor resentment.
"Hiss—that is a problem." The village chief also frowned, finding it somewhat troublesome.
Seeing this, Ganli seized the opportunity to offer her own idea: "I actually have an idea too. How about we hold a competition in the village?"
"A contest?"
"good."
Seeing the village chief's puzzled look, Gan Li explained:
"My restaurant is in the food business, and the most important thing is cleanliness... You can't usually tell the difference, so why don't we have a cooking competition? Everyone, regardless of age or gender, can participate, and the best will be selected."
Firstly, it shows whether the person is efficient and clean in their work; secondly, if they fail and are eliminated, it's their own incompetence, and they can't blame others.
Upon hearing this, the village chief suddenly understood; the previously extremely difficult problem was instantly solved. He gave Gan Li a thumbs-up.
"Pear Girl, I have to say you're quite capable, managing to open such a large restaurant. You're really quick-witted!"
"I think it's a good idea! Let's do it your way! But there's one thing: how exactly will this cooking competition be conducted?"
“Choose an open space, set up a stove, and each of us will cook one of our signature dishes. We will then invite a few respected, hardworking, and clean elderly people to give us their feedback.”
In Ganli's previous life, the world was full of entertainment activities, with countless variety shows. This kind of small competition was a piece of cake for her.
The village chief listened and thought it was a good idea, so he discussed the time with Ganli again.
Gan Li had already thought this through, and said, "Of course, the sooner the better."
The village chief was also decisive, thinking that it was just a matter of choosing an open space to build a stove, and it wouldn't take much effort.
Moreover, he knew that the restaurant had everything ready and was eager to open, so the staff they had recruited couldn't be used immediately, which meant time was very tight.
He then discussed with Gan Li: "I think tomorrow will do! You don't need to worry about anything else, I'll take care of the arrangements."
...
In the afternoon, the village chief gathered the villagers and announced the matter.
He was very eloquent, and after a few words, the villagers assumed that Gan Li had originally planned to recruit people in Yuxi Village, and praises immediately arose.
"I knew this girl was a kind person, and she was right! Look, even though she's successful, she hasn't forgotten her fellow villagers. Most people wouldn't do that."
"Indeed. If you ask me, Old Man Gan and his family are all kind and honest people."
However, some people were dissatisfied when they heard that there would be a competition.
"We're all from the same village, we know each other inside and out, isn't doing this kind of thing just unethical?"
However, these were only a very small number, and they were quickly suppressed.
"Oh, Auntie, it's easy for you to talk when you're not in the situation. They've already said that restaurants sell food, so they have to do some evaluations, right? If they hire someone who doesn't care about cleanliness, wouldn't that ruin their reputation!"
"I think she's afraid she won't make it... Well, after all, her kid's clothes are always covered in grime, how clean can they be?"
"That's it, she's probably worried about being eliminated!"
Laughter erupted, and the woman who had spoken earlier blushed with shame and dared not utter another word, slinking back home in disgrace.
Those who remained dissatisfied with the competition, seeing that the people's hearts were now aligned, dared not speak out.
So the atmosphere was fairly harmonious.
Seeing this, the village chief chuckled and said:
"Then it's settled. We'll hold the competition at the drying ground after breakfast tomorrow. After the competition, we can take the vegetables back to make lunch. Alright, everyone can go home now."
As soon as he finished speaking, none of these people showed any sign of leaving. Instead, they excitedly gathered together to discuss the matter, tentatively probing each other about whether to participate and what dishes to cook.
Before the competition even started, schemes were already flying everywhere.
In the crowd, Gan Taoniang sat in her wheelchair, gazing at her dilapidated fence, her heart burning with passion.
Since my daughter lost her job, she hasn't been able to find any decent work, and it looks like we're about to go hungry.
At this time, Ganli's restaurant was recruiting. Although there was a competition, with her daughter's abilities, getting the job would be a piece of cake.
She seemed to see gleaming silver coins flying towards her, and excitedly grabbed her eldest son's hand beside her: "Quickly, push your mother home, I need to tell your sister this good news!"
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