I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Din Tai Fung (Torrance, CA) in June 2018
Interview
The interview process felt semi-formal and initially involved a very brief phone interview where a date for the in-person interview was arranged at the specific work location. The experience was comparable to most interviews.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q: What are your strengths?
Q: Why do you want to work here?
Q: Where do you see yourself in the future?
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Din Tai Fung (Torrance, CA) in Feb 2019
Interview
The interview involved an initial reach-out from the recruiter through email. The email entailed an interest inquiry, which I affirmed, and then a future phone interview was scheduled. The phone interview lasted maybe under 10 minutes. Was not contacted again after.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Strengths and Weaknesses How do you respond to conflict?
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Din Tai Fung (Century City, CA) in Oct 2018
Interview
Casual, side by side interview conducted in the guest waiting area. The manager was welcoming, well-mannered, and personable throughout the whole process. Asked about past experience, how you interact with guests, and talked about the brand of the restaurant.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I see you worked as so and so, tell me about that.