Gloria Jean's Coffees Retail Associate Interview Questions
& Process
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Candidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at Gloria Jean's Coffees.
Gloria Jean's Coffees
Barista
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
it was straightforward, they asked about my past experiences and if I could handle a fast-paced setting. Mostly, it was to confirm my availability and schedule rather than checking if I fit the company culture.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about your availability for this role?
Gloria Jean's Coffees
Barista
Entry Easy Negative experience No offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
I applied online and also handed in my CV in store. I got a call for an interview two days later. The interview was set for 10 AM, so I got to the café at 9:45 AM. But when I arrived, they told me the manager had already left and wouldn't be back for another hour. They gave me a coffee and I waited in the area. When the manager finally returned, he came up to me and started the interview. I had done a lot of research on the company, but they only asked about my availability and if I had previous barista experience. I didn't hear back for a week, so I called them and was offered a trial shift. During this shift, I cleaned tables, emptied and refilled the dishwasher, and scrubbed the floors. I also got a basic intro on how to use the till. I'd heard that some coffee shops use trial shifts to get free labor from candidates who they don't intend to hire, and it became clear this was the case for me since I never heard from them again.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Can you tell me about your past experience as a barista?
- What's your availability like?
Gloria Jean's Coffees
Barista
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Technical
I applied for this job using a paper application at the mall. It was a typical application asking for 3 references, my work history, and why I want the job. A few days later, they called me to set up an in-person interview. I interviewed with the kiosk manager for about an hour. We talked about why I'd be a good fit for the entry-level position and what I could bring to the team. I got an offer for part-time work at minimum wage a week later.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you explain your lack of previous retail experience?
Gloria Jean's Coffees Retail Associate Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from Gloria Jean's Coffees interview reports.
“Could you sell me this random object?”
Read reports →“In a hectic situation, how would you balance making drinks versus helping people at the checkout?”
Read reports →“Are you okay with working morning shifts?”
Read reports →“Have you worked as a cashier before and have you worked with customers?”
Read reports →“What's your availability like?”
Read report →“How do you handle pressure when we get busy during peak hours?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about your past experience as a barista?”
Read report →“What is your motivation for seeking employment at this establishment?”
Read report →“Can you tell me about your availability for this role?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 14 Gloria Jean's Coffees interview reports.