Duane Reade Retail Associate Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 31 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Duane Reade.
Duane Reade
Retail Associate
Entry Average Negative experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Technical screen Presentation Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical Presentation
I had 2 interviews, each with a different person. The first one was about an hour long and had two parts: a background review covering my experience and hobbies, and questions about specific situations I'd faced, mostly retail-related, like how I handle angry customers. The second interview was about half an hour, where we talked more about my past experiences, I was asked to sell a product, and we discussed the job itself.
Confirmed questions3 questions
- Can you try to sell me something?
- Can you try to sell me something?
- Can you try to sell me something?
Duane Reade
Cashier
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Group Offer
Interview formats
Group Behavioral
I applied online for the Duane Reade job and they called me back a couple days later to set up an interview. It was a group interview where they asked a few questions like how I'd deal with a rude customer. They said if you answer about two or three questions and make sure your voice is heard, you'll be fine. They decide who they want that same day and then you come back the next day to be assigned to a branch.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What's your approach to handling a difficult customer?
Duane Reade
Retail Associate
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
It was a standard interview process. They really dove into my past work experience. I also had to answer a lot of questions about how I'd manage different scenarios that might come up on the job. I spoke with the assistant manager first, who was really nice, and then had a brief chat with the store manager.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you elaborate on your previous experience?
- Describe how you would approach various workplace situations.
Duane Reade Retail Associate Interview Questions
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“Are you able to lift a 100lb cart”
Read reports →“Can you tell me about Duane Reade?”
Read reports →“If you could have a superpower, what would it be?”
Read reports →“What action would you take if you witnessed an employee stealing?”
Read reports →“What would you do if you made an error while handling the register?”
Read report →“If you had to choose, what three words would best describe you?”
Read report →“What does being a team member mean to you?”
Read report →“How would you assist customers who do not speak English?”
Read report →“What would you do if a customer was angry?”
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