I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Four Seasons (Atlanta, GA) in Apr 2009
Interview
Walking in and submitting an application and resume in person is the best way to make an impression. If they have time they may interview you on the spot and begin the process if you are qualified for the position they are trying to fill. If not they will either call you for an interview or send you a postcard letting you know why you were not advanced to the next step in the hiring process. Aside from having the skills required to do the job you will also need to have a strong sense of customer service. If your first interview with HR goes well they will submit your resume and application to the Executive Chef for their consideration. If the Executive Chef approves you will be called in for an interview and to do a practicum where you will have to opportunity to showcase what you can do. Based on that interview and how well you've performed during the practicum, the Executive Chef will then make his decision with the final approval being given by the Director of Food and Beverage.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Give an example where you failed to give good customer service and what did you learn from that experience.
I applied through college or university. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Four Seasons (Victoria) in Aug 2010
Interview
Knew of the internship position through the school's career site. Took me a month-long process of interview - from school's initial screening interview, to interviews with Four Seasons. Interviews with Four Seasons include - 1 interview with learning manager, 1 interview with line manager of your respective department, 1 interview with General Manager. Next step of interviews for overseas internship extends to - 1 phone interview with overseas HR manager.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a moment when you did something unexpected for a guest.
I applied through other source. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Four Seasons
Interview
Met with Pastry Chef for interview, communicated through email. Required to fill out forms with HR. Once contacted for hiring I had to do a drug test and background check