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Updated Feb 10, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Law Department - Contracts at Sodexo
Posted Feb 10, 2012
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5.0
Very Difficult Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2012 in Gaithersburg, MD (took 2 weeks)
First and foremost, the two initial phone interviews went well and was also informative. However, the first onsite interview should have been conducted as a one-on-one session at first so both parties can really get a good feel and full understanding of the candidate and management in a more relaxed environment.
Afterwards, if there is a good fit and the company would like to bring you back for a second round, conduct the next meeting in the same manner or with possibly two other individuals at the most.
Instead, for my very first interview I met with a VP, three managers, and one administrator in the conference room all at once. In saying that, I want to share and recommend a course of action to the Sodexo hiring manager and team.
I'm sure their intentions were to make the interview as comfortable as possible. However, having a group of five individuals starring at you all at once can be a bit of an overkill and overwhelming for anyone, which can lead to an uncomfortable and uneasy experience for the candidate.
I have never in my professional career even as a hiring manager gone through anything like that, and would not recommend that approach during the hiring process. The setting is a bit too much and intimidating even for the seasoned interviewee, which I was not. Unfortunately, this is how I felt during the first onsite interview today.
The reason why I say this is because an employer can really miss out on hiring an effective, experienced and reliable employee. Just my thoughts.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test and a Skills Test.
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Administrative Assistant at Sodexo
Posted Aug 31, 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 Mar 2010 (took a day)
Found the interviewer very friendly and personable. Gave me time to speak and asked lots of questions. Felt that they were interested in what I had to say and responsive to my needs.
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The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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Operations Manager at Sodexo
Posted Mar 5, 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 in Harahan, LA (took 5+ weeks)
Phone interview/screen, in person interview with HR witness, and 2 Sr Ops Managers, a site visit on land, site visit on a platform, a personal interview with VP of Gulf of Mexico
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Negotiation Details
Salary and benefits
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Group/Panel Interview, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Dining Services Manager at Sodexo
Posted Jul 15, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2008 in Cherry Hill, NJ (took 3 weeks)
Interview was done over the phone; was pretty brief and informative. I had already been to this location a few times, so I knew a lot about the place and people there.
Interview Questions
Reason for Declining
It was just a lateral move, so no incentive to leave my old position. I was looking for a pay increase, which they didn't offer.
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Sustainability Manager at Sodexo
Posted Jul 9, 2010 — 1 of 1 people found this helpful
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2009 in Washington, DC (took a day)
I obtained the interview through a personal contact. Everything went well during the interview. The big barrier here was that although I have plenty of sustainability experience I had no specific experience with the food services industry. I heard back by e-mail that I had not received the position. It was a good experience even though I did not get the job.
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Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Retail Manager at Sodexo
Posted May 27, 2010 — 0 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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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed May 2010 in Beaufort, SC (took 6 days)
I was interviewed over the phone twice. I was then forwarded a hiring packet that I filled out and
faxed back. I then set up a third interview which will take place tomorrow.
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Other Details
I got the interview through an Employee Referral and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview, a 1:1 Interview, a Personality Test and a Background Check.
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Food Court Cook at Sodexo
Posted Apr 18, 2010
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Aug 2008 in Ithaca, NY (took 6 months)
work assignment through a temporary agency, then position posted after 6 months, applied and was accepted into the position. No real interview process, except for the familiarity of woking on a daily basis for 6 months
Interview Questions
Negotiation Details
Offered $8.50 pere hour with benefits, after working for $9.00 through temp agency with no benefits. With 10 years experieince, I asked for a minimum of $10.00 an hour and was accepted at that rate. They made it seem like a big deal.
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I got the interview through a Staffing Agency.
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Dietary at Sodexo
Posted Mar 15, 2010
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1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2008 (took 3 days)
My interview process was not what I expected it to be. I had to answer a few simple questions about myself and my background, as well as go over my resume. I did not receive any in-depth questions. I believe they were just making sure my communication skills were on point.
Interview Questions
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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General Manager at Sodexo
Posted Feb 22, 2010
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2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2010 (took 1 week)
Was asked specific question about the position. Many started with "Describe a time....." putting yourself in certain situations related to the job. I was tested on my knowledge of safety guidelines. I did very well in the interview, I was even asked if I was available to fly out for a 1:1 interview/tour of the facility. I was given specifics about the relocation package offered and salary discusion was initiated by my interviewer. At the end of the call I was confident of a job offer. A week later I was notified that an internal candidate was promoted and that the position was no longer available. I was thanked for my time and that I had all the qualifications of the position, but an internal candidate is almost always chosen if qualified. I was also told that my file would be passed on to other areas, as I did well in all aspects of the process. I was in fact contacted again by the recruiter and I am currently in the process of setting up interviews for other positions at other locations within the company.
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Other Details
The interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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Informtation Technology at Sodexo
Posted Nov 9, 2009
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3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2007 (took 5 days)
Was contacted by recruiter and who then forwarded my profile to the company managers. Attended technical interview over the phone. There seemed to be at least three people over the phone doing the interview. The interviewers were nice and polite. When the answer did not match, they explained their point of view.
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Other Details
I got the interview through a Recruiter and the interview consisted of a Phone Interview.
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