Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at Gymboree as 100% positive with a difficulty rating score of 1 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Sales Associate and rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Sales Associate and roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at Gymboree takes an average of 4 days when considering 1 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Sales Associate had the quickest hiring process (on average 4 days), whereas Sales Associate roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 4 days).
The interview was straightforward and relaxed. The hiring manager asked basic questions about customer service experience, how you handle busy or stressful situations, and your availability. The process was quick — usually one round with a store manager or shift supervisor. They care more about your attitude and reliability than prior experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Expect questions like “How would you handle a difficult customer?” and “Can you work weekends or holidays?”
I applied in-person. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Gymboree (Tysons Corner, VA)
Interview
Easy going interview. Interview was held in food court and main topic was how to deal or handle busy moments and unhappy customers. Was offered position next day via phone.
I applied online. I interviewed at Gymboree (Boston, MA)
Interview
Initial phone screen , asking variety of questions
Meeting with District Manager - Will involve behavior based questions, questions about experience, store walk through etc.
Conditional Offer pending BG screen