Part 7 TOEIC YBM 3 Test 6

You are invited to enjoy an exclusive demonstration here at Salisbury Culinary Institute! 

Visiting Guest Chef: 

Gustav Perot 

Owner of the five-star restaurant 

The Partridge Bistro in New York City 

Chef Perot will demonstrate how to expertly prepare a variety of Mediterranean dishes in Instruction Kitchen 3 on June 14

from 9:15 to 11:45 A.M.

This demonstration has been specifically arranged for those currently enrolled in the institute's advanced cooking courses. Space is limited to 250 people, and you must confirm your intention to attend by speaking with Ms. Ibrahim in the administration office before June 8.

RIALTO PET MART

Rialto Pet Mart would like to reward our loyal customers as part of our tenth anniversary celebrations. From March 1 to March 14, you may hand over this voucher to any checkout operator to receive $15 off any purchase valued at $50 or more. This voucher may not be exchanged for cash, cannot be used at our automated checkout kiosks, and will expire at 9 p.m. on March 14. Please visit www.rialtopetmart.ca/voucher for full terms and conditions.

Hideo Fujita 2:05 P.M.

Yes, the meeting just finished. Do you need something? 

Susie Levy 2:06 P.M.

I'm trying to set up that new graphic design suite on my computer, but I'm having problems. I was hoping you could find the person who recommended it to me.

Hideo Fujita 2:06 P.M.

Was it someone from here in our company?

Susie Levy 2:06 P.M.

Yes, the tall guy on the Web design team.

Hideo Fujita 2:06 P.M.

Our Web design team is rather large.

Susie Levy 2:06 P.M.

Oh, sorry. He's the one who has short blonde hair. He might be new.

Hideo Fujita 2:06 P.M.

I think I know who you're talking about. His name is Chris, right? 

Susie Levy 2:14 P.M.

Yes, that sounds right! Please ask him to stop by my office whenever he's free. Thanks, Hideo.

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Dear Martino Health Foods Customers,

Our owner, Dino Martino, and the rest of the Martino Health Foods team have enjoyed serving you at our location on Harrison Street for the past five years, but it is now time for a change. Ever since we expanded our range of stock to include organic groceries, we have been struggling to keep up with demand. You may have noticed that checkout lines continue to get longer, and we can barely cope with the number of downtown orders we receive per day.

Therefore, we will move to a larger building in the downtown core on July 1 so that we can increase our stock volume and serve our customers more efficiently. The new and improved Martino Health Foods will be situated at 411 Thrush Drive. Rest assured that all customer memberships and rewards will remain valid and unchanged. Further details regarding the move will be provided via our monthly newsletter. If you do not already receive the newsletter, please visit the customer service desk to subscribe.

Thank you!

PLAYSMART TOYS, INC.

OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE

Playsmart has become aware of recent reports and rumors that one of our toy ranges is made using low-quality materials and workmanship. These stories have understandably led to many customers contacting us to ask whether the toys are truly of inferior quality, and in some cases, demanding a refund. — [1] —. The range in question is our recently-launched Galaxy Pirate toy line, which includes action figures and vehicles from the animated television show of the same name. Rumors have been circulating online that the toys are manufactured abroad and break very easily as a result of poor construction and cheap plastic. This has resulted in a noticeable drop in sales, and several Web sites have even removed our advertisements for the range. — [2] —.

‘While it is true that the toys are produced at a plant overseas, Playsmart works in close collaboration with the plant operators to ensure that high-grade materials are being used and proper manufacturing steps are being adhered to. — [3] —. We can unequivocally state that the toys are professionally assembled and highly durable. This morning, we have posted a video on our Web site that shows the entire manufacturing process for the Galaxy Pirate toys. — [4] —. We guarantee all customers that Playsmart remains fully committed to producing the best toys on the market.

From: Chinenye Umeh

To: All Employees

Subject: Employee referral bonus

Date: June 29

Hi everyone,

Now that we have to quickly expand our workforce as a condition of the funding we received from Ribdins Group, it seems like a good time to remind all of you about our employee referral bonus program. This entitles employees to a $500 bonus for a successful referral for an open position. If you are interested in participating, please regularly check the “Jobs” page on our Website.

Note that it is very important that you only recommend candidates that have all of the qualifications required for the position. We instituted the new tiered payment system at the beginning of this year to cut down on the number of unhelpful recommendations. As you might remember, it entails issuing the bonus to the referrer in stages:

• First 20% when the referred person is chosen for an in-person interview
• Additional 30% when the candidate is hired
• Remaining 50% when the new hire is still an employee after 90 days
•  

See page 28 of the employee handbook for more details on the program, including instructions on how to submit your referral. For any issues not covered in the handbook, you may call (ext. 233) or e-mail me.

Thanks,

Chinenye Umeh

Director of Human Resources

Patondo Technology

Leah Young [1:04 P.M.]

Do you have a moment, Wade and Ursula? Management just told me about two new destinations they have chosen for us to cover in our next European Explorer travel books —one country and one city.

Wade Corbin [1:08 P.M.]

Great! What are they?

Leah Young [1:10 P.M]

They want a full extensive guide for Luxembourg and a pocket-sized city guide for Venice.

Ursula Eriksson [1:11 P.M.]

Oh, I've spent a lot of time in Luxembourg, and it's an amazing place.

Leah Young [1:14 P.M.] 

Definitely. So, we'll be sending two field researchers to Luxembourg from May 1 to June 29, and one to Venice from June 1 to June 30. We'll receive all of their notes in the first week of July, and then we'll have approximately one month to edit the information before the scheduled publication and launch dates.

Ursula Eriksson [1:16 P.M.]

That gives us plenty of time. And I can start designing the layout for each publication this week so that we're all prepared for the editing stage.

Wade Corbin [1:22 P.M.]

I'm not sure that's wise, Ursula. Remember the Bulgaria book?

Ursula Eriksson [1:23 P.M.]

Good point, Wade. I'll wait to see exactly what Management wants to be included this time.

Leah Young [1:25 P.M.]

That sounds good. All right, I'll give you more information after my meeting with Management tomorrow. 

Winners Announced for This Year’s British Architecture Awards

LONDON (15 December)—Fifty extraordinary structures chosen from around 250 shortlisted candidates have won the prestigious British Architecture Awards this year for the most innovative architecture by British architects or foreign architects with offices in Britain. Now in their twenty-second year, the British Architecture Awards are jointly presented by the London Museum of Architecture & Design and the British Centre for Urban Planning & Art. They recognize the architects of exceptional contemporary structures that shape our lives in a wide variety of ways, including skyscrapers, corporate headquarters, bridges, park pavilions, hospitals, private residences, and academic institutions.

Among this year’s biggest winners were Simon Thorpe for Maitland Street Car Park, a stunning 9-level, 768-space car park with various eco-friendly features in Central Manchester; Marcus Fryer for Horizon Bridge, a breathtaking 195-meter-long pedestrian bridge uniquely equipped with 4,500 blinking LED stars synchronized with music; and Isobel McDuff for The Spire, an elegant 28-floor apartment building with a heated rooftop swimming pool that is located near Edinburgh’s busy shopping areas.

As in previous years, because of the sheer number of winners, the awards were given out over the course of three evenings and three ceremonies from Friday, 12 December to Sunday, 14 December. The opening night saw the awards presented in the Corporate and Commercial categories, Saturday's awards were for the Residential and Urban Planning categories, and the final night recognized those in the Institutional category. Maitland Street Car Park made history by being the first structure to win its architect two awards in the same year: one in the Urban Planning category and the top honour, Most Innovative Design of the Year.

To: Len Goldman <[email protected]>

From: Mi-Lyung Choi <[email protected]>

Subject: SparkLite Fire Pit

Date: September 6

Dear Mr. Goldman, 

I was very excited to receive the information pack for your latest patented invention. The SparkLite Fire Pit seems fantastic and is certainly a product that we would be highly interested in making available in Summit Sports & Camping Stores. We love its portability and solar charging option. — [1] —. However, I do have a few questions about its design. First, would you mind clarifying how the air jets pump oxygen into the wood fire? — [2] —. Also, the information pack outlines how the fire intensity can be controlled via smartphone app. Which operating systems is the app compatible with?

— [3] —. While I would very much like for you to answer those quick questions at your earliest convenience, I would also like you to visit our headquarters in person with one of the fire pits. As I am sure you know, our executives prefer to see new products in use firsthand before approving a contract to purchase and sell them. We would be grateful if you could attend a meeting at 2 p.m. on September 13 at which you would be allotted one hour to showcase the device's functions and capabilities.

Based on the product specifications and photographs you sent me, not to mention the popularity of your camping stove and multifunctional cooler, which are still among our top sellers, I am confident that we will choose to stock the SparkLite Fire Pit. — [4] —.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely, 

Mi-Kyung Choi 

Head of Purchasing

Summit Sports & Camping

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Coming Together (Seminar Code #1809) - Price: $48

This seminar provides a variety of strategies for encouraging your employees to work together effectively.

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Tomorrow's Market (Seminar Code #3487) - Price: $95

This seminar offers advice on how to attract a wider range of clients to your products or services. 

Wednesday, September 24, 10:00 AM. - 3:00 P.M; Training Center, Room 3

Broaden Your Horizons (Seminar Code #2276) - Price: $149

This seminar gives business owners essential tips on what to consider when planning to open a new branch. 

Wednesday, October 15, 10:00 AM. - 4:00 P.M; Main Building, Room 206 :

Keeping the Pace (Seminar Code #3785) - Price: $109

This seminar introduces popular employee perks, such as flexible working hours, and explains how to implement them. 

Wednesday, November 5, 10:00 AM. - 400 pM; Training Center, Room 4

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Castellente Storage Company Reviews

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By Kiera Ritz, 2 December

Charleston Central Museum

We will be hosting a reception on February 26 to mark the opening of 

the science exhibition “The Invisible World: Microorganisms” in March. As 

someone who has supported our institution with generous donations over 

the years, we hope you will join us to celebrate this exciting event.

Reception Details:

Saturday, February 26, 6 P.M.- 9:30 P.M.

East Wing of Charleston Central Museum

Buffet provided by Silver Star Catering Co.

“The Invisible World: Microorganisms” will run from 

March 3 to May 31 and feature more than 250 exhibits depicting

the wonders of the smallest forms of life. 

To: <jillbradford @midwestern.com>

From: <kevinshaw @gomail.net>

Date: April 22

Subject: Recent article

Dear Ms. Bradford, 

I was initially happy to see your recent coverage of Charleston Central Museum’s success at the Midwestern Art & Science Awards. However, as I read through the article, excitedly waiting to see my name in print, I found that my work had been mistakenly attributed to Fiona Watson, who merely served as an advisor to me during the process. This was very disappointing. I encourage you to carry out more thorough research for future articles.

Sincerely, 

Kevin Shaw

City of Sotorik

Temporary Food Facility Application 

Please submit this application to receive permission to operate a temporary food and/or drink

facility within Sotorik city limits during a special event. 

Applicant: Lynne McKinley 

Event Name: Global Crafts Festival

Business: Lynne's Tacos

Organizer: Sotorik Tourism Board

Address: 32 West Road, Sotorik, NY 47572 

Date/s: May 8-10 

Phone: 555-0163 

Location: Sotorik Grand Park

Supplementary materials (required unless specified otherwise): 

(a) Photographs of all facilities and equipment to be used on-site for food/drink preparation and service

(b) A list of all food/drink items to be sold and the ingredients of all of the non-prepackaged items

(c) A check payable to Sotorik City Hall for $50 OR, if the application is being submitted fewer than 10 days before the event, for $100 

(d) A certificate of inspection from the Sotorik Department of Health (only required for vendors intending to use gas-powered appliances in their facility) 

Signature of applicant: Lyte McKinley

Date: April 19

To: Angel Munoz and 3 others

From: Lynne McKinley

Date: May 3

Subject: Global Craft Festival booth

Attachment: Schedule, Festival Map

Hi all, 

Thanks for agreeing to represent Lynne’s Tacos at the Global Crafts Festival this weekend. In addition to following the instructions on the attached schedule, please note that there will be a city-issued food safety checklist that the early shift workers must fill out, and that the late shift workers on Friday and Saturday must carefully store the food and lock up our booth. The actual food sale period will start a half hour later and end a half hour earlier than the shifts, so we should have plenty of time for these tasks. 

If we start to run low on supplies before the dinner rush, if the gas grill stops working (which has happened before), or if another problem comes up, please contact me or Grady, who will be managing the restaurant all weekend.

Thanks, 

Lynne 

Early shift

(9:30 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.)

Lynne 

Kwang-Sun 

Lynne

Ron

Dallas

Kwang-Sun

Late shift

(2:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.)

Angel

Dallas

Angel 

Ken

Dallas

Lynne