Cracker Barrel Manager Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Cracker Barrel.
Cracker Barrel
Manager
Manager Average Positive experience No offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
A recruiter hit me up on Indeed and we scheduled a time for a phone interview. It was a quick one, mostly just going over my work history. Then, a district manager called to go over the job more. After that, they set up a face to face interview at the restaurant.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about a time you faced a staffing challenge and how you handled it.
Cracker Barrel
Assistant Manager
Manager Average Positive experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Phone screen Take home Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I had 2 interviews. First was a phone interview for basic info on my work history and education. Then I took some assessments and was scheduled for an in-person interview with the district manager. They asked about my management style, leadership ability, and how I coach my team. They also asked questions about different scenarios and how I handled them. I was offered the position on the spot.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Tell me about a time you dealt with a difficult guest.
Cracker Barrel
Restaurant Manager
Manager Average Neutral experience Accept offer 4 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Onsite Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I had two phone interviews with recruiting, one with an external agency and another with a Cracker Barrel talent recruiter. Before talking to the Cracker Barrel recruiter, I had to do an online management assessment. Then, I met the District Manager for the restaurants in person. After that, I had to do a background check and a drug screening.
Confirmed questions4 questions
- Regarding your previous employer, what was the typical food cost percentage you managed?
- Can you walk me through a typical day at your previous job?
- What's the maximum number of staff you've managed simultaneously?
Cracker Barrel Manager Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Cracker Barrel interview reports.
“What would you do if a guest was causing problems?”
Read reports →“What is your approach to managing a disgruntled guest?”
Read reports →“Regarding your previous employer, what was the typical food cost percentage you managed?”
Read reports →“What are your plans for the next five years?”
Read reports →“Can you train and mentor a team according to moral and company standards?”
Read report →“What's the maximum number of staff you've managed simultaneously?”
Read report →“Tell me about a time you dealt with a difficult guest.”
Read report →“Can you tell me about the work-life balance here?”
Read report →“Can you provide an example of a time you dealt with an unsatisfied customer?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 45 Cracker Barrel interview reports.