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Sales Associate at Starbucks
Declined Offer – Reviewed May 19, 2013 New
Interview Details go with your a game ..have sales experience and good interpersonal skills.
Interview Question – what strategies do you implement best Answer Question
Reason for Declining – not interested in relocation
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Shift Supervisor at Starbucks
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Aug 2011 – Reviewed May 17, 2013 New
Interview Details great and easy
Interview Question –
why should i choose you
why do you want to work for this company
alwways those questions that your afraid you will answer wrong
Answer Question
Negotiation Details – there was none
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Store Manager at Starbucks
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in San Jose, CA (US) – Reviewed May 17, 2013 New
Interview Details Was initially required to take on in depth management assessment regarding skills and capabilities. It focused on customer service skills, coaching behaviors in random scenarios, and p&l management exercises. After passing the assessment I was contacted by the regional recruiter for the company and conducted a phone interview. Following the phone screening I was interviewed a second time in person by two district managers and then had a final interview with the area director.
Interview Question – Give me a 30-60-90 day action plan for an underperforming location and how you would gauge the effectiveness of your progress? View Answer
Negotiation Details – They asked what I was looking for and I told them my desired salary range. They called me back the next day and made an offer within the midpoint of that range. Smooth sailing. Good people that care about your success and wellbeing.
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Barista - Starbucks at Starbucks
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Danbury, CT (US) Feb 2009 – Reviewed May 16, 2013 New
Interview Details i had 2 interviews that went very well, was hired in a timely manner. the interviews weren't intimidating or long, it was a good process.
Interview Question – what about our company drew you in? View Answer
Negotiation Details – it was more of a minute where they told me i was hired and i said yes on the spot because i needed a job
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Barista at Starbucks
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Newport, OR (US) Jul 2012 – Reviewed May 16, 2013 New
Interview Details The interview was pretty basic. Just a lot of simple questions that you would expect. However, I was disappointed with the hiring after the interview as the manager was sketchy and hard to get ahold of. He kept saying he'd call to let me know and then wouldn't and I would call and he wouldn't be there or available.
Interview Question – Have you ever worked with a coworker who wasn't doing their job properly and what did you do? Answer Question
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Barista at Starbucks
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in New York, NY (US) Apr 2013 – Reviewed May 16, 2013 New
Interview Details It was a standard interview process. I went into the store, told them I was there for an interview and they offered me a free drink. A few minutes later the assistant manager walks out and we have a small interview. It was maybe 30 minutes, 40 minutes max. He asked the general interview questions, i.e. explain a situation where you dealt with an unhappy customer, what would you do if you saw a coworker doing something wrong, etc. We also talked about hours of availability etc.
Interview Question – I don't think any of them were that difficult. It might help to think about some general interview questions before going, just so you are more prepared and can give faster responses. Answer Question
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Barista - Starbucks at Starbucks
No Offer – Reviewed May 16, 2013 New
Interview Details I applied online and got a call within a week or so, and I set up an interview within two days of the call. I went in for the interview and I thought I did pretty well but wasn't called for the position.
Interview Question – A lot of 'tell me about a time when...' questions. Answer Question
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Barista at Starbucks
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Kalispell, MT (US) May 2013 – Reviewed May 15, 2013 New
Interview Details Filled out an application online, received a phone call two days later. Interviewed a couple days after that. Interview started with a coffee tasting and a conversation about my past experience and qualifications. Availability was also confirmed. Was offered the job at end of interview following a 5-7 day background check.
Interview Question – Tell me about a time you had a difficult customer and how you fixed their problem. Answer Question
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Barista at Starbucks
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in San Antonio, TX (US) Jun 2009 – Reviewed May 15, 2013 New
Interview Details This position was a shoe in for me. I was actually applying for another location for a long time, and the only reason I wasn't hired was because they didn't have the space. What the manager recommended I do though is apply for another location and she would recommend me. I have an informal and casual interview, which left me nervous about how I put myself out there.
Interview Question – What do you like to do for fun? Answer Question
Negotiation Details – There was no negotiation, I was given a standard rate and from there earned raises.
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Shift Supervisor at Starbucks
Accepted Offer – Interviewed in Denver, CO (US) Jul 2009 – Reviewed May 15, 2013 New
Interview Details
The applications are online at their website now. The interviews are pretty standard as well. Don't look like a slob. No jeans and t-shirt. It's a business, not a local shop. I'd suggest khaki or black slacks and a black or white collared shirt, since that is the uniform that they require.
The questions are also pretty standard. They'll ask what you know about coffee and Starbucks as a company. They'll ask you why you think you'd like to work there. The key is be genuine. I've done a handful of interviews and it is quite easy to see when people are being fake.
Interview Question – They will ask you how you deal with certain ethical problems, like catching another employee stealing. View Answer
Negotiation Details – Set wages. There is no negotiations for these level jobs.
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