I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at The Cheesecake Factory (Winter Park, FL) in Dec 2012
Interview
I applied online, then one of the managers called me to set up an interview. The first interview was a one on one with one of the managers and the next interview was with the GM.
Other Hostess/Front Desk Interview Reviews for The Cheesecake Factory
I applied in-person. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at The Cheesecake Factory
Interview
They have changed their hiring process since I First applied. They now have you apply online and take an assessment. You should then call the location and see if they are hiring for that position, and let you know you've already filled out your online app. They will then have a phone interview and f2f interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why do you want to work in the hospitality industry?
I applied online. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at The Cheesecake Factory
Interview
They were opening up a new place, I applied online and had my first interview (there were two total) about a week after. It was a pretty standard restaurant interview. Questions like, "what will you add to our company, tell me about yourself, etc."