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Updated Feb 29, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Sales at Big 5
Posted Feb 29, 2012
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2010 (took a day)
looked at my application and said when can you work.
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The interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
Helpful Interview?
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Retail Sales at Big 5
Posted Nov 19, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2011 in San Jose, CA (took a day)
I got a call was scheduled to take a Skills test of basic math problems (adding, subtracting, and percentages-discounting prices) It was pretty simple consisted of 50 questions they give you 10 mins to finish it. i ended up finishing all of it only missing 3. Received a call 2 weeks later told me i was hired just needed to fill out employment papers and a little bit over a week later i started working.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Skills Test and a Background Check.
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Merchandiser at Big 5
Posted Sep 7, 2011
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Sep 2011 in Concord, CA (took 2 days)
I saw that tey were conducting interviews for the new store in the area. I brought with me my resume, but you also have to fill out this form that they will give you. It would be good to have your copy of diploma ready just in case. The tip is to looki directly at the person you're talking to, be accomodating and smile. The hiring manager was friendly, and will make it comfortable for you. Good luck
Interview Questions
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Background Check and a 1:1 Interview.
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Sales at Big 5
Posted Jul 7, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Aug 2009 in Littleton, CO (took 1 week)
Very easy interview, had to take a math skills test. Nothing too difficult.
Interview Questions
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Skills Test, a Personality Test and a 1:1 Interview.
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Sales Associate at Big 5
Posted Jun 16, 2011
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed May 2009 in Santa Monica, CA (took 5 days)
Pretty straight forward. Filled out the application, got a call back for an interview, took a math test, minimal background check.
Interview Questions
Negotiation Details
None
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Skills Test and a Background Check.
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Sales Representative at Big 5
Posted Jun 4, 2011
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2009 in San Diego, CA (took a day)
This interview process was very straightforward. I basically sat down in the manager's office as he looked over my application history. He asked me several questions regarding my personality and what I'd do in several situations and scenarios. After that I filled out a background compliance check, as well as other appropriate documentation. After the appropriate paper work I was given an employee personality test to see what role I should take in the store. A few days later, I was given a skills test which consisted of basic math, reading, and situational tests.
Interview Questions
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Background Check, a Personality Test, a Skills Test, an IQ/Intelligence Test and a 1:1 Interview.
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Cashier at Big 5
Posted Jun 21, 2010
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed May 2008 (took a day)
Nothing really, took a math test got hired on the spot and had to wait to have a background check done in order to sell guns. I went in just looking to turn in my application form and didnt dress for an interview (had actually just been at the gym). A manager met with me right there and had me take the test and asked me when I could start. Helped that I was female because all other employees were male and they needed help in the clothing department.
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Background Check and a Skills Test.
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Cashier at Big 5
Posted May 13, 2010
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2008 (took 3 weeks)
I turned in an application and called them every few days for a couple of weeks until I got called back for an interview which consisted of a math test and no real questions besides when could i start and i was hired!
Negotiation Details
No, they informed me of how much i would be making and assured me that every 6 months i would be up for a raise which after 2 and a half years has of yet to happen.
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Background Check, a Skills Test and a 1:1 Interview.
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Customer Service and Sales at Big 5
Posted Apr 13, 2010
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jun 2008 (took a day)
The manager asked me about my experience and why I am qualified for the position. Then I had to take a short math test.
Interview Questions
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Skills Test and a 1:1 Interview.
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Sales at Big 5
Posted Feb 26, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Apr 2008 in Walnut, CA (took 6 weeks)
After applying through forms , it usually takes them about 2 weeks to process them you will receive an interview within 3-4 weeks from the time you submitted papers. Then you will receive a notice either by phone or mail, then you will proceed to set a date for an interview, be prompted and dress preferably in a shirt and tie outfit. The person who interviewed me was nice and watchful, they pay attention to everything you say , so watch what you say don't use slang and always be polite. You will again recieve and notice that says you are accepted or reject for the position. they people i work with have been a wide variety, some of them are lazy and its evident in messy shops, but the last store i was at we had a tight ship, the manager was always on you if you didn't do it but the guys and girls i worked there were a great bunch.
Interview Questions
Negotiation Details
There was virtually no negotiation for me since i applied for part time.. i just took the job for the sake of the job until i found something different.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Background Check, a 1:1 Interview and a Phone Interview.
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