I applied in-person. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Panera Bread (Clifton, VA) in Oct 2012
Interview
They asked you why do you chose panera, are you experienced with barista, it took forever. They said that they need more people like me. They tried to be intimidating but they're not tbh. They ask about how did you hear about this job and why. They never offer the base payment and you start with $7.25 and must learn all of the module without any raise. 25 cents raise per year, sometimes every other year or every 2 years.
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Panera Bread (Saint Louis, MO)
Interview
This was a three step process. I first had a short interview over the phone, and then was scheduled with a shift manager for my second interview. After that interview, I was scheduled to speak with the general manager the next week, but ended up talking with another shift manager. I was asked about personal views on how I do and think about work, what positions I'd be able to fill, and if I was willing to cross-train in other areas.
I applied online. The process took 1+ week. I interviewed at Panera Bread (Encinitas, CA) in Oct 2015
Interview
Both interviews I had were just in the cafe. The first was very short. I spent more time waiting for the general manager than actually talking to her. After asking around 4 questions she set up the next interview with someone else. That one was much longer and felt like an actual, in-depth interview. He mainly asked stuff about my personality/how I like to spend my time, my availability, and about how I work in a team. That interview was still pretty short, about 40 minutes (including waiting time). They got back to me two days after that interview.
Side note: If you have brightly dyed hair, you can still get a job here as long as you can tuck all your hair into your hat. If your hair is long, I'd recommend tying it all back and pinning your bangs back if you have them. My hair was bright purple during the interview and it worked out fine.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
When was a time you worked in a team? What role did you take up?
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Panera Bread (Allentown, PA) in Jan 2014
Interview
process was about 15 minutes. Hired on the spot, filled out pperwork and that was it. discussed hours of availabilty, days available, and if Ihad any special needs or requests.
