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Olive Garden Hostess Interview Questions

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Olive Garden Hostess Interview
Olive Garden Hostess Interview

Congratulations on getting an Olive Garden Hostess Interview.

A hostess greets customers and seats guests at their tables.

Here we will discuss how to successfully answer Olive Garden hostess Interview Questions.

Please note these are practice interview questions and we are not affiliated with the company mentioned in this post.

Olive Garden Hostess Interview Questions and Answers

Can you tell us about your previous work experience?

  • For this question you want to relate your previous work experience to the experience required for the position of hostess so if you have any experience working with customers, working in a restaurant, or working in a fast-paced environment mention that first.
  • If this is your first job tell them you have been focusing on school and now you are ready to prove yourself in the workforce.

Can you tell us what you think it takes to be a great hostess?

  • The customer is greeted in a friendly manner when they walk in the door.
  • Guests are given a clear idea of the wait time for a table time if any.
  • The customer is always introduced to their server.

Why do you want to be a Hostess?

  • Say you have great communication skills and will enjoy working with customers.
  • Mention you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
  • State you would prefer a job that keeps you active.

How do you feel about standing on your feet for long periods?

  • Most restaurant jobs require you to work on your feet for long periods. If possible, let the interviewer know you do not have a problem with this. Wear comfortable, well-fitting shoes with low heels, maintain good posture, and stay hydrated.

Why should we hire you?

For this question, you want to reread the job description, find key skills they are looking for, and match those skills to your own.  After rereading the job description below is what I found:

  • Work in a team-oriented, high-volume, fast-paced, guest-centric environment to deliver on our purpose of Hospitaliano (skill required: teamwork, and hospitality)
  • Demonstrating genuine hospitality and setting the stage for an exceptional dining experience by making every single guest feel welcome at the door (skill required: communication)
  • Managing restaurant waiting list during high volume to accurately set guest expectations (skill required: work under pressure)

A possible answer is

  • Say you have great teamwork skills and will work well with the servers.
  • State you are very hospitable and will always greet the customers in a friendly manner which will reflect well on the Olive Garden.
  • Mention you thrive when working under pressure.

What hours can you work?

  • The more flexible you are with your hours, the better your chance of getting hired, so be flexible!
  • Let the interviewer know if you can work on weekends and holidays.

Where do you see yourself in five years?

  • If you say restaurant management you will sound like a good fit for the industry.
  • If going to college tell them what you plan on doing when you finish.

Do you have any questions for us?

  • What are the characteristics of top-performing hostesses at Olive Garden?

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