What is the hiring process at Portillo's Hot Dogs?

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Some locations do allow you to come in and apply. In that case, you may be interviewed on the spot, or they may call you after the hiring manager has time to review it. For non-management restaurant positions, anticipate one interview lasting between 15 to 20 minutes with the hiring manager.

Common Portillo's interview questions include:

• How would you interact with a difficult customer?

• What's your favorite item on the menu?

• Why do you want to work at Portillo's Hot Dogs?

For a management position, anticipate at least two interviews, each lasting up to an hour. The meeting may include the GM, Regional Manager, and HR personnel.

Common Portillo's management interview questions include:

• Describe your management style?

• Describe a time when you had a conflict between team members and how you resolved it.

• How do you make your staff feel like a family?

• What is your desired salary?

For a corporate position, anticipate between two to four interviews, depending on the position. The interview can include the department head, HR, leadership team, and potential team members.

Common Portillo's interview questions for corporate positions:

• Tell us about a time you solved a conventional problem with an innovative idea.

• What is your experience with succession planning?

• What do you think Portillo's does best, and what area can we improve upon?