Host/Hostess applicants have rated the interview process at Applebee's with 1.7 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 63% positive. To compare, the company-average is 63.4% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Host/Hostess roles take an average of 6 days to get hired, when considering 124 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Applebee's overall takes an average of 8 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Applebee's as a Host/Hostess according to 124 Glassdoor interviews include:
One on one interview: 43%
Personality test: 9%
Skills test: 9%
Background check: 9%
Presentation: 7%
IQ intelligence test: 6%
Drug test: 5%
Phone interview: 5%
Other: 4%
Group panel interview: 3%
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They had me come in during a very slow period and looked at my resume. They asked me a bit about myself, and I essentially demonstrated that I was competent. So, they offered me the position.
This was a pretty easy interview process. I was asked if I had ever dealt with difficult people and to say what was my motivation for wanting to work at Applebees. It was overall very chill and I enjoyed it.
It was very simple, on the Applebee's web site, I selected a place and position. Answered about 5 mostly contact related questions and then selected a time for a 1st interview. I think they mostly wanted to see that I was early, dressed nicely (but I didn't wear a tie), and had a pleasant personality via a smile and firm handshake. I was called back for 2nd interview. I am currently waiting to hear back, but think I got the job.
From start to finish, it was smooth, respectful, and focused on getting to know me as a person and my skills. The interviewers were friendly and made me feel at ease, which really helped to reduce any nerves. I appreciated how the process emphasized a conversation rather than just formal questioning, allowing me to showcase my strengths in a natural way. Overall, it was a positive experience, and I felt valued throughout the entire process."