O'Charley's Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 62 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
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3 roles · 62 reportsCandidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at O'Charley's.
O'Charley's
Dishwasher
Entry Easy Negative experience Decline offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
So I went in for the interview, and the guy told me that the job I applied for wasn't actually available and that he already had all the young people he needed. It felt like a waste of gas just to get there. He did offer me a job cleaning the floor for like 5 hours a week, but I turned it down.
Confirmed questions1 question
- Can you tell me about your previous job before your last one?
O'Charley's
Host
Entry Easy Positive experience No offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Phone screen
Interview formats
Behavioral
You can get an interview pretty easily after you apply and meet the qualifications. They usually reply within a day and the interview is about 30 minutes. The manager is pretty cool.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- When are you free to work?
- Tell me something interesting about yourself.
O'Charley's
Server
Entry Average Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Background check Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral
Seven years ago, I applied in person, which was a good way to make a strong first impression. After I filled out the application, the manager on duty got it and came out to talk to me after a few minutes. We spoke for about 30 minutes, and he asked me about my previous work experience and what I expected from the job. He also let me ask some questions. Afterwards, he said he'd call me the next afternoon to let me know if I got the job because he wanted the other managers to have a chance to look at the applications too. The next morning, he called and asked me to come in to complete the paperwork, and he gave me my training schedule.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you stand out from other candidates?
O'Charley's
Hostess
Entry Easy Positive experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite Offer
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
I applied online and heard back within a couple of days. The first interview was the next week with the Bar Manager. It was pretty informal, and we covered basic questions. He also talked about uniforms and workplace rules, then set me up for the second interview with the General Manager the week after. The GM went over everything again, talked about how much the location has improved and will be remodeled, and asked if I could handle a stressful environment. I was told I'd get a call by Monday about the job.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- What's your understanding of integrity?
- Do you think you can handle a high-pressure work environment?
O'Charley's Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from O'Charley's interview reports.
“Are you able to obtain a food server card?”
Read reports →“What qualities do you believe define a good waiter or waitress?”
Read reports →“Do you know anything about O'Charley's or what we stand for?”
Read reports →“How do you handle coworkers who don't want to be part of the team?”
Read reports →“What actions by a waiter or waitress would create an exceptional dining experience for you and encourage you to return?”
Read report →“What does Customer Service mean to you?”
Read report →“What is your perspective on culture?”
Read report →“Were you able to upsell liquor, and can you give me an example of a vodka you would upsell?”
Read report →“Can you tell us about [Reference's First Name]?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 62 O'Charley's interview reports.