I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Tim Hortons (Hamilton, ON) in July 2015
Interview
They called me the day before asking if I could come in for an interview. Overall the interview was fairly easy, but I made sure that I was prepared. They asked about 20 questions during the interview. Once the interview was complete, I was offered a job on the spot.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Whats your favourite subject and why?
Whats your least favourite subject and why?
Whats your greatest strength?
Whats your greatest weakness?
Whats your best accomplishment in life?
What would you do if you saw an employee stealing?
How do you feel about wearing a uniform?
Do you have any work experience?
What would you do if you know your going to late?
The process was easy. They asked basic questions, had me complete paperwork, and assigned laptop-based tasks. After finishing the assignments, they began the training process and explained the job responsibilities.
I had a referral from a friend who had just started working there. I booked an interview with the manager soon after. Interview was approximately 10-15 minutes long and was asked the typical interview questions. I was hired on the spot.
I applied online. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Tim Hortons in Feb 2026
Interview
Easy. A couple of questions just prepare and stand out. This includes practicing some questions ahead of time and having experience in the fast food industry is very helpful. You got this.