I applied in-person. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Panera Bread in Feb 2009
Interview
I started out as a retail associate that was later on promoted to shift supervisor. My interview process was basically receiving a phone call informing me to go in for an interview. I sat and spoke to the hiring manager, no questions really except for why I quit my last job and my availability. He talked about the company and culture.
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Not many questions were asked, all we basic simple questions.
Easy and straight forward questions, often directed towards conflict management and organizational skills. Nothing out of the ordinary or unexpected. Casual dress atmosphere and comfortable setting. Overall a very average and pleasant experience.
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"How would you handle a situation where an unhappy customer , received the wrong order and showed obvious signs of anger and frustration?"
Quick and easy. Very forward questions. I got hired within two interviews and started the position within a week of the entire process. Very pleased with the process and would recommend to anyone looking for an entry level position to the service industry
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Panera Bread (Columbus, OH) in Aug 2023
Interview
The interview was fairly simply and relatively quick, Especially if you have service background. They ask about work ethic, availability, people skills and problem solving. Manager was nice and thorough on the day to day process.
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Tell me about a problem that you worked to solve in a previous role?
