It was simple. You just make them feel like you have restaurant experience. If you don't, just say you're a kid and this is your first job. No problem. And then, if you make it to the part where they ask about availability, just tell them what you think they want to hear.
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Outback Steakhouse (Lexington-Fayette, KY) in Oct 2023
Interview
The process was hurried and fast-paced. The questions were basic and to the point. It lasted 15 minutes and all that really mattered was experience. It took them a while to get out to me when arrived.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Where have you worked previously?
Are you outgoing?
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Outback Steakhouse (Middletown, NJ) in July 2022
Interview
Questionnaire with manager inside the restaurant. A couple of questions were asked about experience and then the manager asked about my availability. The manager said that there would be four training days