I applied online. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Payless ShoeSource (Modesto, CA) in Jul 2011
Interview
This consisted of two 1:1 interviews. The first one was kind of long but had typical questions. Also there is a role play situation. It's easy, just think about all the times you've gone into payless and all the helpful things they say to you when you walk in the door. The second interview had much easier questions and no role play situation. I had to move away to college in a month though so they did not offer me a job.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a situation in which someone caused you stress, and how you dealt with it.
I passed and started quickly. The process was simple and not intimidating. Everything felt straightforward, and I would definitely recommend it to others looking for an easy experience. I enjoy working here.
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Payless ShoeSource (Anchorage, AK) in Aug 2025
Interview
Easy basic questions like job history, availability, and why you chose to interview.
Interview was less than 30 minutes and hired same day. They will almost always hire on the spot im a teenager and they still gave me a job.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Whats youe job history and do you have customer service experience?
I interviewed at Payless ShoeSource (Minnesota, GA)
Interview
It was a verbal in-person interview with manager. Described desired position, why, and goals. Asked a lot of questions as well. It was a very quick and straightforward process after the interview.
