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Question 10 of 39 for our Sous Chef Mock Interview

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Question 10 of 39

When have you resolved a conflict with a kitchen helper?

"I resolved a conflict, just last week, between two of my kitchen helpers. They had a disagreement about the schedule and booked time off. I resolved this through sitting down with each of them individually, and then together. We came down to the basis of the issue and resolved it quickly through strong communication."

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How to Answer: When have you resolved a conflict with a kitchen helper?

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  • 10. When have you resolved a conflict with a kitchen helper?

      How to Answer

      Conflict resolution skills are very important as a sous chef because you will be working in a high-stress/high-pressure environment. Talk to the hiring manager about a time when you have specifically resolved a conflict.



      Written by Rachelle Enns

      Answer Example

      "I resolved a conflict, just last week, between two of my kitchen helpers. They had a disagreement about the schedule and booked time off. I resolved this through sitting down with each of them individually, and then together. We came down to the basis of the issue and resolved it quickly through strong communication."

      Written by Rachelle Enns