I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Barnes & Noble (Reston, VA) in May 2023
Interview
So quick and easy, very communicative, and fast responses. It was a new store so we had to meet at a different one for the interview. Hard to remember much else
I applied online. I interviewed at Barnes & Noble (Grand Rapids, MI) in Nov 2025
Interview
This was very basic work history questions from resume and asking about comfortability in fast paced settings. They asked about social skills and comfortability making recommendations, knowing the menu and memorization skills. Promised cross-training and expressed high expectations.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Would you be comfortable recommending drinks to customers?
I interviewed at Barnes & Noble (Sunset Valley, TX)
Interview
Very simple and easygoing. Received a phone call and then the actual interview took place in the cafe. I got a call within a day or two about the position after interviewing.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked to pitch a second menu item to a customer, depending on what they ordered
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Barnes & Noble
Interview
Easy interview process. Phone screening and then in-person interview. Asked several questions about myself, experience, and personality. After, they asked for two references at the end. Interviewed with the cafe manager for both rounds.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about yourself?
Why do you want to work at Barnes & Noble?
How do you think your past experience would help you in this position?
What customer service experience do you have?