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Red Lobster Hostess Interview Questions & Reviews
Getting the Interview 15 Interviews
Interview Experience 14 Ratings
Hostess at Red Lobster
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Indianapolis, IN Oct 2012 – Reviewed May 18, 2013
Interview Details – applied online got an email while later to call and set up an interview with them. had 2 interviews. fairly easy. got hired.
Interview Question – whydoyou want to work here Answer Question
Negotiation Details – there wasn't one.
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Hostess at Red Lobster
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in May 2013 – Reviewed May 14, 2013
Interview Details – The interview went great. When you first go in, reach your hand first to give them a firm handshake and introduce yourself. My interviewers literally said "wow!" when I did that, I guess they didn't expect it! Maintain eye contact, do not twiddle your thumbs or say "like" when answering the questions they ask. I had them both laughing when we first sat down. First impressions are DEFINITELY the key!! Questions were fairly easy. . I got hired on my first interview, which apparently is rare. My friend works there and said they loved me. Don't tell them what you think they want to hear, tell them how you would take care of a guest who is yelling and complaining, and many more scenarios. The truth goes so much farther than you'd think. Good luck to future applicants!!!
Interview Question – I can't remember the exact question but it was somewhere along the lines of "How do you see yourself as an employee and working with others?" View Answer
Negotiation Details – Both interviewers asked why I was leaving my now previous employer. I just told them I have responsibilities to pay for that my previous employer couldn't help me with and they both said "I've been there done that. Don't worry, we're going to help you as much as we can."
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Hostess at Red Lobster
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Austell, GA Mar 2011 – Reviewed Jan 24, 2013
Interview Details – Red Lobster had a banner out front that said "now hiring" which meant everybody and their mums were gonna apply. I went inside to fill out an application during a slow week day (I figured that I'd be able to speak to a manager that way without excuses or interruptions). sure enough, managers were setting up interviews on the spot with applicants. I interviewed that day and was scheduled a second interview during the same week. I was offered the job on the spot and given an orientation date.
Interview Question – why do you want to work for Darden restaurants? Answer Question
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Hostess at Red Lobster
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Pineville, NC Oct 2012 – Reviewed Dec 7, 2012
Interview Details – Applied and received an email the next day asking to call for an interview, When the interview started off, the manager just asks you to tell them a little about yourself, like education and stuff, then they ask you about your past work experience and why you left your prior jobs. They mainly ask lots of scenario and "What If" questions, if the manager of the position you applied for like you he'll schedule you an interview with the general manager
Interview Question – The questions were pretty easy, the scenario questions just began to get tedious and boring Answer Question
Negotiation Details – The position i applied for was negotiated, i applied for server but wanted to be a hostess.
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Hostess at Red Lobster
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Elmhurst, NY Sep 2012 – Reviewed Oct 2, 2012
Interview Details –
I applied online, then called in the manager told me to come in 4 days later.
I went in that Monday had a interview with 1 manager then he told me to come back for a second interview.
Interview Question –
Why should I hire you ?
What would you look for in a employee if you were hiring ?
Tell me about yourself ...
The second interview was much harder than the first one so be prepared !!!
I was a nervous wreck,stuttering and froze up etc .. Just keep a smile on your face ,you'll get the job !! Keep smiling :)
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Hostess at Red Lobster
No Offer – Interviewed in San Jose, CA Sep 2012 – Reviewed Sep 29, 2012
Interview Details – I applied online and a week later I received an email saying that they want to meet with me. Later on the day, I received a call asking to schedule for an interview. The interview process was really relaxed. Asked why I wanted to work for Red Lobster, my previous job history, availability, etc. I received a call an hour later asking to go into a second interview. The second interview was with the general manager and was extremely strict, which made me more nervous than I already was. Received an email saying that I wasn't the right candidate.
Interview Question – Why do you want to work for Red Lobster? Answer Question
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Hostess at Red Lobster
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Wooster, OH Apr 2012 – Reviewed Jul 9, 2012
Interview Details –
Really chill guy. Interview was "conversation" style with questions regarding previous job experience.
Interview Questions:
-Why do you want to work for Red Lobster
-How would you add to the idea of "team work"
-Describe a difficult experience you had at previous job and how you handled it
-Are you available on Sundays
-How important is attitude and behavior
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- How would add to the idea of "team work" View Answer
- How important is behavior and attitude View Answer
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Hostess at Red Lobster
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Austin, TX Feb 2012 – Reviewed Jun 24, 2012
Interview Details – Asked what types of fish were on the wall, said it was for memory but it was really pointless. Kept saying that I had a great smile and that's pretty much what got me the job, was looks.
Interview Question – What were the names of the fish on the wall? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – No.
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Hostess at Red Lobster
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Atlanta, GA Feb 2009 – Reviewed Aug 18, 2011
Interview Details – A manager first sits with you when you drop by to ask to apply for a job, they ask you basic questions like when you are available, how old you are, and if you ever worked in a restaurant. If they are interested in you they will schedule you for a one on one interview and you also have to take a math test. Then they may do a reference check.
Interview Question – Who was someone in your life you found inspiring and what inspired you? Answer Question
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Hostess at Red Lobster
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Dallas, TX Feb 2010 – Reviewed Jul 21, 2010
Interview Details – Talked with various managers one on one, did a tour of the store as well as the menu to see what I was familiar with. Studed my personality, and tested me on hospitalitiy skills from greeting to ablity to small talk. Wasn't hard, more of selling your enthusiasm for the position.
Interview Question – Are my hours consitent? Answer Question
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