I applied online. The process took 4 days. I interviewed at Comptoir Libanais in Nov 2023
Interview
Applied on Indeed, had an in-person interview with the Head Chef 4 days later and a job offer over the phone the next day. During the interview I was asked a few basic food safety questions and then what my availability would be.
From my experience and from seeing other people being interviewed, Comptoir doesn't necessarily want people with experience, just people with a good work ethic. I had very little hospitality experience but I said I would work as many hours as they wanted to give me and I think that's the main thing that got me the job.
I interviewed at Comptoir Libanais (London, England)
Interview
The interview process at Comptoir Libanais is friendly, straightforward, and designed to assess your enthusiasm, customer service skills, and ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Here's what you can expect:
Application Review: Once you apply online or in person, your CV is reviewed by the manager or recruitment team.
Initial Call or Walk-in Chat: You may receive a short phone call or be invited for an informal chat if you’ve applied in person. Basic questions are asked about your availability, experience, and interest in the role.
In-Person Interview: Typically conducted by a restaurant manager. You'll be asked about your previous hospitality experience, customer service approach, teamwork, flexibility, and how you handle pressure or busy shifts.
Trial Shift (Optional): In some cases, you're invited to a paid or unpaid trial shift (lasting 2–4 hours) to demonstrate your attitude, speed, and interaction with guests and the team.
Job Offer: If successful, you may receive a job offer shortly after the interview or trial shift, along with details about your training schedule and uniform.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why do you want to work at Comptoir Libanais?”
“How would you handle a difficult customer?”
“What days and hours are you available to work?”
Nice process for the interview, able to discuss goals, aspiration. Very interesting questions. Good recommendation.
Nice location and people. Nice process for the interview, able to discuss goals, aspiration. Very interesting questions. Good recommendation.
Nice location and people.