The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Darden in Jun 2011
Interview
I applied online and filled out a personality assessment, all of which took about 45 minutes to an hour. I then received an email letting me know that my application was complete and that id there was an open position and they were interested that I'd get a call. About 5 days later I received a call from the service manager asking me to come in for an interview that day which I agreed to. Also at that time I received an email telling me that they were interested and to call the restaurant for an interview. I went in and waited for the manager while they interviewed other applicants. For the interviewed I was asked a lot of work related questions that I really had to think hard about so be prepared for that. After the interview I set up a second interview, this time with the GM and I was asked to stay for a peer tour (which is really a peer evaluation that I don't think holds too much weight). A server showed me around the restaurant an a little and asked me questions, like a mini interview. Two days later I had my interview with the GM and after a short interview I was hired on the spot.
I applied online. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Darden (Cutler Bay, FL)
Interview
My personal experience was positive. The first interview was with the direct manager. The second one was on the same day with the general manager. The process was very fast. The day after the interview we filled the paperwork and I started working the next day
3 step process. Online application. Interviewed by different managers. Asked a series of questions. Dress is considered. Be professional and polite. Be honest about availability also as that will come into play later.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell us about yourself
What would you do in x situation
The interviews are not too difficult. I would say that having the basic knowledge of service industry would greatly higher your chance of employment or scoring that second interview but it is not required.
