Interview Quiz

Tell me about yourself.

• My name is Jennifer Okwara and I'm honestly thrilled to have the opportunity to discuss my background with you today. I've always had a passion for providing excellent customer service and ensuring smooth transactions, which is why I've pursued opportunities in the retail industry.

  
  

• My name is Jennifer Okwara and I'm honestly annoyed to have the opportunity to discuss my background with you today. I've never had a passion for providing excellent customer service and ensuring smooth transactions, which is why I've hated to pursued opportunities in the retail industry.

  
  

• My name is jennifer Okwara and im a student who attends Manvel Highschool

• During my time as a cook at JB Hensler college and career academy , I've developed strong organizational skills and attention to detail while ensuring the quality and presentation of dishes. I've also sharpened my ability to work efficiently under pressure and communicate effectively with team members to meet service deadlines.

  
  

Why are you interested in this positon?

Answer explanation

Although I've had an amazing journey in the culinary field, I'm now on the lookout for a fresh opportunity to apply my customer service expertise in a different role. My time in the culinary industry has furnished me with valuable skills like attention to detail, interpersonal communication, and the ability to excel in fast-paced settings, all of which I believe are transferable to a cashier position.I'm eager to bring my strong work ethic and customer service  skill to ensure every guest has a memorable experience.In addition, I thrive on delivering outstanding service and enjoy engaging with customers to create positive outcomes. With my background in the culinary field and commitment to customer satisfaction, I am confident in my ability to excel in this cashier position, and I'm enthusiastic about the prospect of becoming a part of your team.

Describe a time when you had faced a challenge at work and how you handled it.

Answer explanation

It was a busy day in the kitchen working as a line cook in a busy bistro, and I was responsible for preparing a popular dish that requires specific cooking techniques and plating presentations. Despite my best efforts, I noticed that the quality and presentation of the dish differ from one order to another, leading to inconsistencies in customer satisfaction and unfortunate feedback.

To fix that situation, I took a step back and took time to realize what I was doing wrong. Although it was a busy day, there was a lack of communication and teamwork that could have been brought together to become more efficient and effective. After that day, we came as a group to discuss how we could improve  together as a team and become better. We started by assigning team members who were more experienced in certain

What skills do you offer or bring to this role? 

• Skills that I bring to this role would have to include communication skills, team work, time management, math skills ,reliability , enthusiastic and positive attitude, 

  
  

• Skills that I don't bring to this role would have to include communication skills, team work, time management, math skills ,reliability , enthusiastic and positive attitude, 

  
  

• Skills that I bring to this role would be poor communication, individualism, inconsistancy, negative attitudes

• i dont have any skills to possess or present

How do you handle criticism?

• When it comes down to criticism , I often listen carefully and remain open minded.
  

• Disregarding the criticism and refusing to acknowledge or address it.

• Completely rejecting the criticism without considering its validity.

• Being open minded helps me be able to be aware of an issue and how I can solve it while being willing to learn and improve on that same situation.

What are your weaknesses?

• Sometimes striving for perfection is my biggest weakness

• When I try to strive for perfection, I tend to waste too much time on the concept and end up later not having enough time to complete other tasks

• However, I have been working on not striving for perfection and just striving for the best at least decency. This helps me consume time and work at a faster pace.

  
  

• However, I havent been working on not striving for perfection and just striving for the best at least decency. This helps me consume time and work at a faster pace.

  
  

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

• In five years, I see myself advancing in the retail industry, aiming for a leadership role where I can contribute to the company's success. I plan to deepen my understanding of customer needs and preferences and implement innovative strategies to enhance the shopping experience. Through mentorship and team leadership, I aim to exceed sales targets and elevate service quality.
  

• My passion for retail and customer service will drive me to leverage my skills in sales, merchandising, and customer relationship management. I

• I plan to sharpen my understanding of customer needs and preferences and add unique strategies to enhance the shopping experience. Through mentorship and team leadership, I aim to exceed sales targets and raise service quality

• Overall, I'm excited about the opportunities for growth within the retail area and am committed to contributing to long-term success.

What do you Know about this company?

• Burlington operates discount retail stores offering a range of branded and designer merchandise at reduced prices across categories like clothing, shoes, accessories, home goods, and baby products.

• The company's value proposition emphasizes significant savings on quality items without relying heavily on promotions or loyalty programs.

• Additionally, Burlington is dedicated to community support through charitable initiatives which focuses on education, children's welfare, and other local needs.

• An upscale boutique operates a limited number of exclusive retail stores that offer a curated selection of high-end, luxury merchandise at premium prices.

what are your strengths?

• a combination of customer service oriented attitude, organizational skills, ,

• attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, and effective communication skills

• Ineffective communication Instead of effectively communicating with team members,

• all of which are valuable strengths in various professional settings, particularly in the retail industry

Do you have any questions?

• How would you describe the company culture here?

• How much is the promised hourly wage?

• Is there a employee discount?

• I dont have any questions.