I applied online. I interviewed at The Bean in Jul 2021
Interview
Pretty casual — I met the owner at one of the store locations and we talked at a table inside. Not sure if I could describe the interview as "easy" since I didn't get an offer, but it felt easy at the time.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was surprised that they didn't ask me anything about coffee skills or experience.
I applied online. I interviewed at The Bean (New York, NY) in Jan 2016
Interview
Came in and told the on-shift barista I was there for an interview. Given a free drink and asked to fill out a short questionnaire. I was then taken by the manager to a bench outside and asked further questions.
Applied online and after a week or so was able to shedule an interview. I interviewed with the owner. He was very friendly and straightforward about the company and expectations. The pay was broken down as far as base pay, plus credit card tips, plus cash tips. Ultimately declined because no benefits were offered.