Q: What is the hiring process at Penn Station?

The hiring process at Penn Station is quick and easy, involving an application and interview stage. It can take anywhere from a day to a few weeks depending on the position. For more information about available positions, job descriptions, and how to apply, go to Penn Station's career website. The quick and easy online application asks for your education, work experience, desired position, and availability. You apply per store location, and you are contacted if there are any positions open that align with your qualifications.

Question 1

Does Penn Station drug test?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Penn Station drug tests. However, it does not appear that it does so consistently across store locations or across positions. A cashier, for example, is less likely to be asked to take a pre-employment drug test compared to a management position.

Question 2

Does Penn Station hire felons?

Accepted Answer

It is possible that Penn Station hires felons. There are mixed reports as to whether Penn Station is open to hiring felons. It largely comes down to the location, nature of the felony, and how long ago it occurred.

Question 3

How do you answer "why are you interested in working for Penn Station"?

Accepted Answer

You answer "why are you interested in working for Penn Station" by focusing on the company, its delicious food, company culture, and work environment, as well as on your own professional growth. We recommend coming up with around three reasons why you want to work for Penn Station that relate to your interests and passions.

Question 4

How do you write a cover letter for a job at Penn Station?

Accepted Answer

You write a cover letter for a job at Penn Station by focusing on your skills and experiences that best align with the job and its mission to serve food that is "all about good taste." The ideal candidate for Penn Station is not only someone who can get the job done, but also someone who fits in well with the restaurant culture.

Question 5

How old do you have to be to work at Penn Station?

Accepted Answer

You have to be 16 years of age or older to work at Penn Station. This includes all restaurant positions with the exception of a management position. To work as a manager, you must be 18 years of age or older. This primarily has to do with the additional responsibilities and longer hours.

Question 6

What benefits does Penn Station offer?

Accepted Answer

Penn Station offers minimum benefits and an employee discount program to employees based on the type of position they have and the amount of time worked. Overall, Penn Station does not offer much in the way of financial or health benefits and employee perks.

Question 7

What is the dress code at Penn Station?

Accepted Answer

The dress code at Penn Station is a uniform for all restaurant staff and business-casual for management and corporate positions.

Restaurant staff are given a company headband, visor, hat, apron, and shirts. Staff must provide their own pants and work shoes. Pants can either be khakis or black pants; non-slip black shoes are required. Whether or not visible tattoos, facial piercings, and unnatural hair are allowed is up to the store location.

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