I have a group job interview at Rebel Sport and I was wondering what sort of questions might be asked and the best responses to these questions? Also, how should I be dressing and is there anything specific I should mention or ask the employer? Lastly, what sort of salary should I expect if I get the job? Thanks in advance for all help :)
From the reviews, it seems like a great place to work!
Lastly, what sort of salary should I expect if I get the job
Well, that depends on whether you're an adult or not … Some companies pay a percentage of the adult rate up until they turn 18 or 20 or something
Agreed.
If it's a group interview, I would assume it's standard retail jobs. They will all be paid award wages, so it will depend on your age.
From the interviewer…..
Who are you?
What experience do you bring to our company?
Why do you want to work here?
Where do you want this role to take you?
What makes you the best person for this position?
OP, ignore this. You'll rarely get asked something so personal as why you're better than the next person, or where you want to be in five years, at least not in retail. If you got invited, it means your CV is fine, so don't expect many questions about prior experience. A group interview is a completely different dynamic to one-to-one. I've been to a dozen group interviews (including assessing) from my retail days, and it's just to see how you come off, interact with people, and yes, what you look like.
The open secret to group interviews (especially those run by floor staff like department/store managers) in retail/hospo settings, is that they want to find people they can work alongside, hang with, and maybe hook up. It's like showing up at a party to impress strangers. If you're sociable, assertive, and good looking, you'll be fine. If you're the awkward, quiet guy who doesn't contribute to the inevitable group activities, you're the person I won't be seeing come orientation.
Just be honest and smile.
So you tell the interviewer that you are a serial killer, killer?
strengths and weaknesses. asked in every interview
If it's a group interview, it's often more about standing out. Show you have passion for something (even if it's sport, charities, a hobby). Show you can communicate with other attendees, not just sit in a corner quietly. If they ask the group questions, make sure you are seen to answer - You don't have to be first to every question, but make sure you are noticed.
I assume they will then split you off for quick one-on-one interviews with standard questions - Do a google search for retail interview questions.
Rock up late to the interview and then say I'm a rebel
on brand
Wear activewear and a nike sweatband
And every now and then whisper 'hire me'
Then when the person says 'sorry what was that'
Then say 'just do it'
Dress professionally. Clean, plain, ironed white shirt/blouse (no cleavage), Dark grey or black dress pants/long skirt. You can pick up an appropriate outfit from big W/kmart for under $40. Clean, black shoes (no toes or heels showing).
Super Retail Group group interviews have a long list of questions which are often skipped. Answer a question, help the more quite interviewees answer questions. Basically show that you can speak but that you can also help others.
Don't fake bubbly or anything like that. Just being nice and kind should be enough to make you stand out.
Don't lie. They like fresh staff as they tend to stay for years (culture can be excellent).
Be 15 minutes early. Travel to their carpark a few days earlier to make sure your timing is right. Test your outfit about a week early so you can fix any issues.
Only real down side is that SRG has elearning that 'has' to be completed before you are on the floor. Some stores will sit you in an office for your first shift. Others will put you on the floor and ask you to come in a little early most shifts to knock out a course or two each shift unpaid. DO NOT BRING THIS UP IN THE INTERVIEW.
You will likely get the job just by following half of this. It depends on the store, the manager and the other applicants.
Are you selling balls over the counter, are you a regional marketing manager, are you working for Rebel corporate? You don't give us many clues here. But they prolly expect the same no matter what. If you're senior assistant to the VP then they may expect you to show some initiative, if you're going for a store worker then I'd put on your happy to learn McDonald's customer service face, pretend like you've got more energy to waste on crap like that than you really do.
When I was in group interviews, I had to do group activities. Never had they asked me anything resume related.
I think they're trying to see how well you work in a group and whether or not you'll mix in well with their current staff. Listen to others speak but also contribute your own ideas etc. Good luck!
I worked there a long time ago and thoroughly enjoyed it. It was good money for the limited hours, they paid everything correctly. Majority of staff were in their early 20's with a few long termers who held the store management roles. Perfect job for uni students. Interview process was fairly straight forward nothing too stressful, remember they had induction training for 3 days I believe prior to starting in store. All up good place to work.
Glassdoor is always a good source to see what it's like being an employee there