How to Get a Job at LongHorn Steakhouse
Nationwide restaurant chain LongHorn Steakhouse employs many recognizable interview formats when hiring new workers. Inexperienced or first-time job seekers may need to prepare in order to perform well in the one-on-one sessions. Successful interviewees starting a job with the national chain may enjoy an inviting and team-oriented work environment with room to learn and grow within the industry.
Preparation
During interviews, candidates should prepare to speak with multiple LongHorn Steakhouse officials, such as district managers and personnel from parent company Darden Restaurants. Most entry-level vacancies call for one-on-one question and answer sessions, although locations in need of several new associates usually opt for group interviews, instead. Outside of interview sessions, the restaurants also integrate several training sessions into the hiring process to introduce new employees to the workforce.
What Happens Inside the Interview
Most LongHorn Steakhouse interviews revolve around working in the restaurant industry. Server candidates must answer questions rooted in customer service. Applicants may also share "personal touch", or what they do to give each visitor an excellent dining experience. Employees sometimes perform additional duties, which hiring managers usually discuss during each interview.
How to Stand Out from the Crowd
Candidates must maintain professionalism and tact with customers, so candidates should exude both ideals during the interview process. Applicants should demonstrate excellent social skills, personality traits, and work ethics. Since many applicants typically apply, employment hopefuls must stay in touch with company representatives regarding hiring status, which shows determination.
LongHorn Steakhouse Server Interview Video
Video Transcript
Interviewer: Please describe your job title and primary duties.
LongHorn Steakhouse Employee: I am a server and certified trainer. I basically take care of the guests, serve food, basic server duties. I also am a certified trainer, so I train new employees that come into the restaurant. And I used to – before I got married and had a baby – I traveled and opened new restaurants, as well. So, that was fun. I trained the staff at restaurants.
Interviewer: What was the work environment like?
LongHorn Steakhouse Employee: I’ve been there for a long time, and I love the work environment. I get along well with everybody. It’s a very team-oriented environment, which is what I like about the job. Everybody helps everybody out. A great thing about it with being a server, when you go to work, you work and then you leave. So, the next day is a different day. Nothing ever carries on from the day before. If you had a bad day, the next day could be awesome. It doesn’t matter. With training at new restaurants, that was a lot of hard work, because you were training about 30 new employees how to run a business with two weeks. So, it was a little tougher, but it was a good challenge. It’s rewarding to see the final product.
Interviewer: How would you describe the application and interview process?
LongHorn Steakhouse Employee: Well, the application was a little bit easier when I did it. I just went and walked in. This was seven years ago – I walked in, applied, and met with a manager the same day and got hired. With the new restaurant openings, I did have to speak with the director of operations for new restaurants. I spoke with him, and it was a small interview, but he basically wanted to make sure I knew what I was talking about. And they sent me on my way. Now you have to apply online and then hopefully get picked to come in and interview with a manager.
Interviewer: What questions did the interviewer ask during the job interview?
LongHorn Steakhouse Employee: As a server, they wanted server experience, because it’s a very fast-paced environment. We have a very strict structure that we follow, so they want to know that you can hack it, basically. If you don’t have server experience, it’s very unlikely that you’ll get hired as a server at LongHorn. Now with opening new restaurants, they basically only do that within. You can’t get hired in to do that. You have to have experience with the company and serving – or you can be a cook and do it, too. That’s just basically day-to-day operations that you perform your job well and that you enjoy your job, pretty much, because they want people that enjoy their job to train new people.
Interviewer: What other advice would you give to a job seeker looking to gain employment?
LongHorn Steakhouse Employee: I would say definitely having good availability, being able to work weekends and nights. Unfortunately, that’s the busiest time for a restaurant. Also, just working hard. Serving is a very physical job. You’re serving food all day. You’re taking orders. There’s a lot of side work to do. Just not being lazy and working hard – I think that’ll really help you to get a job.
Rene pineda says:
I’m applying because Longhorn Steakhouse is a good restaurant.
tyana rozier says:
I just got hired at longhorn steakhouse and I’m looking forward to all the new learning experiences and opportunities that are about to be placed in front of me. Thanks #team longhorn!!:-)
michelle says:
Im interviewing with Longhorn tomorrow. Any advice? I really want this job and need it!…
Middy Wayne says:
do they drug test?
Rafeal says:
I have an interview at LongHorn today in an hour. Any tips?
Cheyenne Patterson says:
I just sent in an application to LongHorn Steakhouse, and I’m really hoping to get an interview.. I was wondering what kind of questions they would ask me. I’ve never had an interview before, what can I expect?
M.S. Stafford says:
I went to my interview with Longhorn yesterday, so I guess it’s safe to say they do NOT hire on the spot. I was told, “It might be 4 or 5 days before we get back to you, but be patient”. I sure hope that’s a good sign!! I really would love to work for Lonhorn. I am from Arkansas/Texas and would feel right at home! Especially with my sourthern accent.
A few questions that I can remember that I was asked – what appeals to you working in the restaurant industry? – Describe a time that you went above and beyond your call of duty to help someone else.- Tell me what you thougth of your last job. – What do you like the least about working in the restaurant industry. – what do you like the most (or that might be with the appeal question) – I was asked about previous jobs, and the length of time I was there with some of them, and why I left, etc…
Those are the ones I can remember. I wasn’t nervous at all, and “Angel” the manager that interviewed me was nice to talk with. I hope I get this job!! I would so love to work there, and I would so, work hard!!!
Brittany says:
Normally, they hire right on the spot. If you are not for them, they tell you there will be second interviews, or they will call in a few days. Then, they send a rejection email a few days later
Julia says:
How long did the first interview take?
tony reyes says:
Idk what you guys are talking about but i had two interviews in one day. Im scheduled to go for a third one in 4 hours! Some questions were a but tought i got asked about 20questions. Ten each interview and right now i have one scheduled with a tough manager. I dont know why its so hard. Maybe its because its part of DARDEN which is red lobster, olive garden etc.
joe shmoe says:
I did my second interview today at longhorn in greenville sc. It went extremely well. Was asked questions like, what makes a good server, why did you choose longhorn, what do you like and dislike about serving, etc. My interview was at 1:30 and i was sent an email and called at 5:00 to tell me I got the job. Dress very nice,be positive and upbeat, be prepared to talk about your strengths and why they should hire you. And be on time.