Bloomingdale's Interview Questions
Go Back1. Tell me about yourself.
2. Give me an example of a time when you went above and beyond.
3. Do you have any issues with adhering to our dress code?
4. This position requires a flexible schedule as we are open evenings, weekends, and most holidays. What does your availability look like?
5. What do find most challenging about working in retail? What aspect is your favorite?
6. In this role, you'll need strong transactional math skills. How comfortable do you feel about handling cash and counting back change?
7. What do you hope to learn from this job at Bloomingdale's?
8. Describe your ideal employer.
9. Why do you feel Bloomingdale's is the right move for your career?
10. Tell me about a time when you made a suggestion requesting a change in an organization.
11. How do you handle situations where your supervisor doesn't communicate well?
12. Have you researched our company values? What makes you the best candidate for Bloomingdale's?
13. Tell me 3 qualities you possess that make you a strong fit for this position with Bloomingdale's.
14. What do you know about Bloomingdale's and our sister company?
15. Do you have reliable transportation?
16. Why do you want to work for Bloomingdale's?
17. How would you describe your personality?
18. What would your most recent employer say about your character and honesty?
19. How would you handle a customer who was behaving aggressively towards you or a co-worker?
20. How would you handle a customer who was arguing with you about our very clear return policy?
21. Do you consider yourself to be a creative person, capable of creating an attractive retail merchandising display?
22. How does your customer service skills align with Bloomingdale's?
23. What would you do if you discovered that a co-worker was stealing product or money?
24. How many days were you late or absent from work last year?
25. What's your experience working in a diverse and inclusive environment?
26. What type of work environment do you most enjoy working in?
27. How can Bloomingdale's motivate you on the job?
28. How do you feel about performance incentives?
29. How do you like to be recognized for your accomplishments?
30. Are you interested in potentially moving into a leadership role?
31. What type of manager brings out the best in you?
32. What is the most competitive work situation you have experienced? How did you handle it?
33. What are your salary expectations?
34. How do you handle situations that could cause you to be late or miss work?
35. How would you handle it if your co-worker did not show up for their shift?