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Updated Feb 6, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Line Cook at Darden
Posted Feb 6, 2012
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2010 in Manchester, NH (took a day)
I was interviewed in a group setting. We then were given some information packets to review and go over and then taken to the kitchen for a tour.
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Server at Darden
Posted Jan 16, 2012
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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 2011 in Jacksonville, FL (took 1 week)
intial walk in - fill in application and 175 question personality test - make sure you interact with current staff, as apparently that is part of the application process, smile at current servers, be upbeat and positive and friendly - wait to be contacted by manager, will be given a 1.1 interview and taken for a tour of restaurant and kitchen - please remember to wear suitable shoes so they can do this, otherwise you will not be able to tour the kitchen area. you will then wait for a call and go and answer questions with the General Manager. Once hired you will need to supply your own shirts and trousers for the uniform and non slip shoes - expect to outlay for your uniform. they will give you an apron and tie and any other things required for the job - expect to describe a wonderful favorite dish to the G.M during the interview....!
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Negotiation Details
negotiation is not required - its a set hourly rate of 4.23 (at the time) and you use your sales ability and personality to make tips
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Personality Test.
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Server at Darden
Posted Dec 28, 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 May 2010 (took 3 days)
Showed up for the second interview but the manager was busy and I was told to come back the next day. The restaurant is 45 minutes from my house so this annoyed me that I got dressed and drove there for nothing. Other than that the 3 interviews went well and were not difficult.
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I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Personality Test.
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Banquet Manager at Darden
Posted Dec 14, 2011
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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 2011 in Austin, TX (took 3 days)
This is a typical interview process. After turning in my resume I had a couple of past employers also submit recommendations on my behalf. This I believe is what really got my foot in the door. They had been trying to fill this position for over a year and were quite particular on who they wanted to hire. Having a good reputation for what I do really helped. I had a phone interview with the President of the company. He then proceeded to fly out to Austin to interview me in person. Once he approved me I was interviewed by the management at the location I would be banquet manager of. They believed I was a good fit as well and I began the next week.
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Negotiation Details
There wasn't much room for negotiation. They have a minimum they wanted to give salary wise since the rest you make would be based on your own success in sales commissions.
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I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Personality Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Server at Darden
Posted Dec 8, 2011
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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 Oct 2010 in Rock Hill, SC (took 2 days)
I turned in my application on Saturday. (Good time to turn in application is Monday through Friday 2-4 pm. Best to apply online.) I got a call back on Monday to come in on Tuesday. Interviewed with Sales Manager. Got a call back on Wednesday and was asked to come in next day for final interview with General Manager. Fairly easy, not too much pressure. Got hired on spot and began orientation the next Tuesday.
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Negotiation Details
There was no negotiation process necessary. Informed that I would be working off of tips. You also pick your work availability. If applying for an hourly position, feel free to ask for higher compensation especially if you have experience. Be prepared to give your reasoning.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview and a Personality Test.
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Restaurant Manager at Darden
Posted Nov 29, 2011 — 1 of 1 people found this helpful
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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 2011 (took 3 days)
After initial resume submission there were several contacts. Some of the people with whom I spoke to were Area Director, Director of talent acquisition, general manager, managers.
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Negotiation Details
If you have the experience and are in particular markets, you are able to negotiate salary.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test, a Personality Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Server at Darden
Posted Nov 14, 2011 — 1 of 1 people found this helpful
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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 May 2011 (took 3 days)
Interview was pretty basic. Managers asked questions about past serving experience and why I was interested in the company. I had 3 interviews, each with a different manager in the restaurant. I was offered a position by the general manager in my last interview. My advice would be to go over the restaurant's website before your interview, find something about the concept of the restaurant you can talk about it your interview. Looking over the menu once or twice wouldn't hurt either.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Server at Darden
Posted Oct 1, 2011
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4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Sep 2011 in Chatsworth, CA (took 2 days)
The process began with an online questionnaire. This lasted roughly 45 minutes. I received an email several days later for my first in person interview. This lasted all of 15 minutes with the manager reading off of a sheet. Only asked 5 total questions.
Second interview was a week later. Much more detailed questions. Asked about why I choose that store to apply, would I be willing to commit to a schedule for the next 3-4 months, what position in the store was most important, etc.
I haven't heard back as of yet.
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Skills Test and a Personality Test.
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Store Managererver at Darden
Posted Sep 6, 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 Dec 2009 in Fremont, CA (took 3 days)
Asked sales questions, background information and cookie cutter questions.
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I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview and a 1:1 Interview.
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Server at Darden
Posted Aug 12, 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 Jun 2010 (took a day)
Sat down first with one of the assistant managers and was asked general personality questions and whether I get anxious in high stress situations. Once he cleared me I sat down with the GM and was asked "what if" scenario questions. These were not super complex and consisted of how I would handle an angry customer, what stressful situation have I dealt with in my life.
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Negotiation Details
No negotiation. Minimum wage plus tips.
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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