How to Answer: If I were to give you a recipe to follow but you felt your own method was better, how would you handle that?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Baker job interview.
22. If I were to give you a recipe to follow but you felt your own method was better, how would you handle that?
How to Answer
Often times, as the expert, we will feel that our way is better. Talk to the hiring manager about your ability to overcome that thinking, and follow instructions that you've been given, despite your desire to do your own thing.
Written by Rachelle Enns
Answer Example
"If I were given a recipe to follow, but felt that my method was better, I would still follow the recipe that I was given. It is important to be flexible. If I felt comfortable enough, I would probably make the recipe using my own method and ask my boss for feedback on the end result. Perhaps they would like my way in the end, as well!"
Written by Rachelle Enns
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Anonymous Answer
"I would probably stick to the recipe I'm given but would give the boss a suggestion."
Stephanie's Feedback
Great response; this shows your ability to follow directions and also your willingness to innovate and share feedback!