Kitchen Manager Mock Interview
Master 35 Kitchen Manager interview questions covering food safety, staff management, and cost control.
Question 18 of 35
When have you had to make a split second decision? How do you react under unexpected pressure?
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Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
Being able to make quick decisions and think fast on your feet sets top-notch restaurant professionals out from the crowd. We all make a lot of decisions every day, so start off by telling the interviewer that you make a lot of quick decisions each day. Next, be prepared for a more significant example that will be sure to impress.
Rachelle Enns is an interview coach and job search expert. She works with candidates to perform their best in employment, medical, and post-secondary admission interviews.
"My current position requires me to make tough decisions on a regular basis. I work well under pressure like that. With split second decisions, I will always go with my initial instinct. Last week I had to make a last minute substitute on one of our most popular entrees because we were shorted a major ingredient by our supplier. I made the changes, informed all kitchen staff and servers, and the crisis was averted!"
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