I applied online. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Extended Stay America (San Ramon, CA) in Jun 2014
Interview
It was very short and brief. Jonella described the position, asked about my former jobs, and told me that the background check would take 5 days. She called me on he 5th day and had me come in that Friday to start work.
there's a face-to-face interview with the general manager then they do a background check. Corporate does the background check to make sure you don't have a criminal record for stealing.
Other than the twenty-minute wait in the lobby, it was a fairly quick interview. The manager cuts to the chase but remains respectful of boundaries and such. I was told I was hired the day after.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How long were you employed at your last job?
What is your availability like?