I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Zara (Toronto, ON)
Interview
The first interview was a group interview outside the store on a bench in the mall. Many girls were late so we were told to explore the store while we waited; not sure why they would want us to do that because the store was an absolute mess with clothes on the floor, falling off the hangers, turned inside out, covered in make-up, etc. and the employees looked miserable. I just couldn't understand, these interviews were taking place on weekdays (ie. Tuesday at 2pm) when there were no crowds or any excuse to be so disastrous. Also, everyone knows Zara's customer service is not good, but you'd think if employees weren't helping customers they'd be cleaning the store..That just didn't really make me excited to work there!
Very basic questions: "What do you know about Zara?" (this is where one girl recited a paragraph she memorized from Wikipedia, bravo) "Who do you think our competitors are?" (H&M) "Describe your work ethic in one word". Group interviews are tricky if you are older and not as eager/energetic as teenagers to get a part-time sales associate job. I had trouble standing out but somehow I received a second interview, probably based entirely on my resume. The second interview was also on the mall bench (which was very loud!) and was a 1:1 interview with the department manager. These questions were more skills-based, job-based and experienced-based.
super casual, just stand in front of a store,
it does not show the exact job title on job posting
like, job posting mentioned that hiring the full time sales, they actually hire the 2 months contract sales and part time
Visited the store and inquired about hiring opportunities. I was connected with the hiring manager and completed a straightforward in-person interview. The process was professional, welcoming, and provided insight into the role.
Group interview in their office in oxford street, just had to complete tasks together. Did a presentation and problem solving. Heard back from them in a week that I had got the offer.
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