How to Answer: Give me an example of a time when you went above and beyond at work.
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Peets Coffee and Tea job interview.
20. Give me an example of a time when you went above and beyond at work.
How to Answer
Display to the interviewer that you can do more than the bare minimum. Show that you can react when you see that your employer has a need that goes beyond your usual day-to-day expectations.
Written by Carly Zucker on July 29th, 2018
1st Answer Example
"Last week I noticed that my manager had not completed the schedule for the following week. Some of the staff were complaining that they didn't have their work schedule yet. Rather than going to my manager with another complaint, I offered to take on some of her workload so that she would have the time to complete the schedule. We worked together for a couple of overtime hours that day and were able to catch her up on everything. It felt good to help but it also benefited the entire team."
Written by Carly Zucker on July 29th, 2018
2nd Answer Example
"I often go above and beyond what is expected of me. Most recently, I agreed to cover for a co-worker who was on short-term medical leave. I worked 10 hour days for two weeks so that our shop did not suffer any setbacks. I consider myself to be a team player and I know how important it is to step up when needed."
Written by Carly Zucker