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Server at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Aug 2007 – Reviewed Nov 17, 2009

Interview Details – very simple. i first had to take a personality/skills test that took about an hour. upon passing that test i was asked to come in for an interview with the assistant manager. a few days later i was asked to interview with the general manager. both interviews were very easy.

Interview Question – What are some of your strengths as a server?   Answer Question

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Manager at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Dallas, TX Feb 2008 – Reviewed Oct 1, 2009

Interview Details – Interviewed first with recruiter on the phone, then she called me in and interviewed me in the office. She then had an area director contacted me and we met at a local chilis. He spoke more about chilis then we did about myself. My advice is to look on the website and read the description of the job positions they are looking to fill. There are key words (hospitality, culture) that will score you bonus points. Do research on the company's global growth and recent business changes.

Interview Question – What is the most important thing to a guest dining in our restaurant?   View Answer

Negotiation Details – I was given the amount I requested. Ask for what you feel you are worth - you won't get it otherwise!

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Server/Bartender at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Aug 2007 – Reviewed Apr 14, 2009

Interview Details – I took the test, then was interviewed by each manager

Interview Question – How would you handle "x" situation?   Answer Question

Negotiation Details – n/a

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ToGo Specialist at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Reviewed Aug 6, 2012

Interview Details – I applied online through snagajob.com and then they sent me an email back where i was directed to a website to pick out an interview time that would work with my schedule. Then I went to my interview and it was just the basic questions of "Tell me about yourself?" "What are your strengths and weaknesses?" "What work experience do you have that relates to this position" And i was offered the job on the spot. The interview lasted about 10 minutes.

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Server/Waiter at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Reviewed Jul 25, 2012

Interview Details – Initial small talk phone interview. Then you go in and are asked common question about chili's and prior work experience. Orientation follows this, where you learn to become a team member, or chilihead.

Interview Question – What is your favorite menu item?   Answer Question

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Server at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in May 2012 – Reviewed May 10, 2012

Interview Details – I submitted my application and called to follow up a few days later, was told there weree no server positions so I agreed to interview for food expediter

Negotiation Details – yes I recieved less than average pay, with promise of a raise to average when I show i know hat I am doing

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Host at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in May 2012 – Reviewed May 1, 2012

Interview Details – Went in, applied for the position, met with the assistant manager, interviewed, took a personality test which was long as hell, then got offered the job on the spot

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Server at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Mar 2012 – Reviewed Mar 23, 2012

Interview Details – Applied online and was contacted within a week; met next day with Assistant Manager who asked me "tell me about yourself?" and that was about it. She "passed" me on to the store manager who asked me why I thought I would like this job and what experience I had in food service. She told me about being a server, as I had no experience. She offered me the job after about 15 minutes of chatting and I started training the next day. They were short-staffed, but I think having an upbeat attitude helped in getting the job. Great group of people to work for and with. Be prepared to take in a lot during training!

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Negotiation Details – No negotiation; $2.65 plus tips but you can easily make around $10/ hr most shifts

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Server at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Aug 2010 – Reviewed Aug 23, 2011

Interview Details – The interview was straight forward, they have you fill out a application and then the manager on duty sits you aside and talks to you about why you chose Chili's and if you like to work hard and have fun and make sure you ask questions to the gm about the company and himself and they like that, it shows that you're personal and never talk trash about previous job.!

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Manager at Chili's

Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Jan 2009 – Reviewed Jul 30, 2011

Interview Details – I was contacted promptly, and a first interview was scheduled with an area manager. I got a neutral feeling-- couldn't really tell if the guy liked me or not. About 3 weeks passed, and then got a call from another area manager for a second interview. The second interview went well, and I received the job offer at the end. Good interview-- just a very long process. I am glad I still had my old job in the meantime.

Interview Question – Have you ever broken a company policy?   Answer Question

Negotiation Details – Yes, be confident and ask for what you are worth. I did, and it worked out in my favor.

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