is this good prepartaion for interview at greggs?
Why do you want to work here?
Successful Retailer been around for over 70 years, Wide variety of jobs always available, love the fast paced atmosphere. Constantly growing, want to be part of it. Make a difference in the community.
How do you think the manager should treat you?
With fairness, to have anything told to them in confidence to be kept to themselves, to be supportive if you come to them with problems, etc
What hygienic procedures do you think are necessary in a food environment?
Washing hands, not touching food with your bare hands, not reheating food, wearing clean uniform, cleaning as you go, wearing aprons
How would your friends describe you?
Flexible, honest, reliable, punctual, outgoing
Tell me about yourself
I am very honest, reliable and loyal. I am a capable team player that can easily get along with others. I enjoy challenges and Greggs will provide many for me. Being a very quick learner and hard worker I require very little supervision. I attended The Hathershaw College and have gained a total of 19 GCSE’s during my time at the school. I enjoy being around people of different ages, background and gender.
Examples of working as part of a team?
During my time at high school, I enjoyed playing football with people from various different backgrounds. In order to succeed, every player in the team had to be a good team player, this involved, good communication skills. When our team players felt down, me and my other team mates spurred them on and made sure they didn’t lose their motivation.
How would you greet a customer?
Approach the customer, smile and ask, ‘what can I help you with’, meet their needs and offer suggestions if appropriate.
How would you treat a new member of staff/how would you like other staff to treat you?
I’d welcome them in with a smile and say hello or similar. If they struggle with any task, I’d offer them my help and advice.
What do you expect to be doing while working here?
I expect to be a team worker, helping greggs to grow even further by doing what is necessary. I am willing to get my hands dirty and help satisfy customer requirements.
What is your greatest strength?
Very quick learner
Always punctual
Good team player
What are your weaknesses?
A bit picky, like doing everything right the first time, bit of a perfectionist
I like doing things thoroughly and take my time to make sure that it is perfect.
A bit too helpful.