"I am reasonably flexible and typically available to work all seven days of the week, with some constraints. I do have family commitments, and my availability is limited to daytime hours, with a reliable and consistent schedule. With proper notice, I can work overtime and the odd weekend hours when needed. Having said that, I am pretty familiar with the job posting and did some reading online, glassdoor reviews, and whatnot. But you can't trust everything you read online, so decided to save such questions for you, and this is as good of a time as any. Outside of the job descriptions of occasionally working overtime, weekends, and holidays, how frequently is such coverage required, and how typical is that to your work culture? I just want to make sure this is the right fit for everybody."

While it's your interviewer's job to study the nuances of how you answer each question for deeper insights into who you are as a candidate, it is your job to pay close attention to the nuance of each question they pose, and what they may reveal about the unadvertised elements of the job. For example, understaffing can lead to undesirable shifts, increased hours, and unspoken expectations for overtime, weekend hours, on-call coverage, or split shifts. Also, keep in mind, that if this position isn't unionized, there may still be other protections in place. So come prepared, and learn everything you can to ensure it is the right fit before accepting any job offer.

Fully familiarize yourself with the job description, and the information on the site's career pages, and read up on any online reviews to get a thorough understanding of what to expect from working there. Arriving prepared will empower you to confidently ask informed questions, especially when an interview hints at unadvertised responsibilities that differ from their advertised job description. Only then should you ask your interviewer for clarification. In the end, it may even open the door to another opportunity, such as them considering you as a viable good fit for another role that you hadn't considered applying to.

Before entering the interview, be honest with yourself about whether the expectations of this role, and whether the adjustments you would have to make to your lifestyle, are in line with your goals. Taking a job that doesn't feel like the right fit will probably lower your job satisfaction and cause you to burn out on the job faster than a better fit elsewhere. Taking any job now just because you need a job is an unwise investment of time. Instead, focus on your priorities.

Before you blindly agree to any commitments, make sure you are clear about their expectations. Ask clarifying questions and carefully consider how this role aligns with your priorities. Be honest with yourself. Communicate with transparency and flexibility. But don't feel compelled to give a firm answer right away. Simply share that you are open to thinking about it. There may still be room for negotiation. If you cannot meet their scheduling requirement, share what you can offer.