Server
Posted Jun 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026
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About your past
Tell me about a time you turned around a guest who was unhappy with their meal.
What they are checking: Whether they take ownership with a positive attitude and fix things before the guest leaves upset.
Tell me about a time you helped a coworker who was in the weeds.
What they are checking: Whether they act like a team player who pitches in rather than only watching their own section.
Why do you want to work in a busy, loud entertainment restaurant rather than a quiet one?
What they are checking: Whether they will actually enjoy the pace and noise, which predicts whether they will stay.
What would you do
You have five tables, one is a large birthday party, and your kitchen is running slow. How do you keep everyone happy?
What they are checking: Whether they can manage a busy section, set expectations, and keep guests informed when things run late.
A guest at your table has had several drinks and is starting to get rude with other guests. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they follow alcohol awareness steps and bring in a manager rather than ignoring it or arguing.
Dave & Buster's is food, drinks and games together. How would you mention game deals or power cards while serving a table?
What they are checking: Whether they can suggest extras that make the visit more fun without sounding like a sales pitch.
A guest says a server before you promised them a free dessert, but you have no record of it. What do you do?
What they are checking: Whether they stay polite, avoid making promises on their own, and get a manager involved.
About the work
How do you make sure the payments you handle are accurate at the end of a shift?
What they are checking: Whether they are careful with cash, cards and change, since the posting makes servers responsible for their personal bank.
How do you keep track of orders so allergy requests and special changes are right every time?
What they are checking: Whether they have a reliable system for accuracy, which keeps guests safe and avoids remakes.
What sanitation habits do you follow as a server between tables and during side work?
What they are checking: Whether they follow cleaning procedures consistently, which protects guests and the store.
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