I applied in-person. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at The Old Bank (Glasgow, Scotland) in Feb 2023
Interview
he interview process at The Old Bank café is refreshingly straightforward and personable. After submitting your application, you'll typically hear back within a week if selected for an interview. The first round involves a casual sit-down with the café manager, usually lasting about 30 minutes. They'll ask about your previous experience, your passion for coffee, and how you handle customer service scenarios. If you progress, you'll be invited for a trial shift, where you'll get hands-on experience making drinks and interacting with customers. This gives you a real feel for the job and allows the team to see how you mesh with the café's vintage bank atmosphere. The final step is a brief chat with the owner, who shares the café's vision and ensures you're a good cultural fit. Overall, the process takes about two weeks and emphasizes both skills and personality.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Our café is housed in a converted historic bank building. How would you use this unique setting to enhance the customer experience and create memorable moments for our guests?
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at The Old Bank (Glasgow, Scotland) in Apr 2023
Interview
Very easy interview. More like a casual conversation than a proper taxing interview. I was asked about previous experience working in cafes. I wasnt the most experienced but i got the job anyway.
I applied through an employee referral. I interviewed at The Old Bank (Brighton, England) in Aug 2018
Interview
Some questions about my availability and experience. The head chef was a very nice woman, much better than many ogres I met in the past. The kitchen world should be better supervised and rewarded.