- Can you explain how you would go about selecting new team members? …
- How would you use new technology to draw more clients to the club? …
- Describe a time when you had to discipline a team member. …
- How do you ensure sales targets are met?
The typical interview is scheduled for a 45-minute block, and the edited podcast ends up being about 20-30 minutes, so you can allow a few minutes for each answer and redo an answer if needed.
We will record the interview (audio and video) over Zencastr. This is a web-based software that will capture full-quality audio and video. We will have a Zoom call as a backup to also connect. For best results, please have:
Below are the suggested questions I ask each guest on the podcast. I am happy to modify if there is something you are particularly passionate about, a new book you have written, a conference talk you gave, or if you just want to focus on a few, etc.
Night Club Manager interview questions
Why do you want to work as a club manager?
Try to explain both your expectations on the job, and things you want to bring onboard. You can say them that you have excellent time-management and communication skills, and are a born leader, hence you find the job a good match for your strengths and personality.
If you’ve overseen an operation or any club or business before, you should definitely mention it at this point. Explain them that with things you’ve been through in your life, and in your professional career, you feel ready to manage their club and even help them increase the member base.
Now the second part–what you want to get from the job, why you decided to apply with them, and not with a restaurant, a retail store, or some other place you could possibly manage. Here you can refer to their core activity. For example, if it is a fitness club, you can say that you really enjoy the environment of the fitness centers, interactions with the type of people who visit these places, and so on. You can also refer to shift patterns, great salary offer, and anything else that caught your eye on their job description.
How do you imagine a typical day at work in our club?
This really depends on the facilities, size of the club, number of employees, and everything. The most important thing in an interview is to show realistic expectations, and proactive approach to work. In order to show realistic expectations, you should learn something about the club. Perhaps even visit the place in advance (or send someone there) to see the daily operation, interactions of members with staff, and so on.
And if you are not sure, it is always better saying that you imagine taking care of all sorts of duties, including cleaning the premises of the club, interacting with members, taking payments, taking care of any problems and issues that may happen on any day, and similar things. You can always add that you also expect to work with other team members–employees or volunteers, especially if it is a bigger club. That’s the proactive approach I’ve been talking about. They should get an impression that you do not imagine sitting in some comfy office, just answering phone calls and drinking coffee… You want to be out there, making sure that the members are happy with the facilities and that everything functions as it should.
What experience do you have with respects to this particular CLUB MANAGER position?
Answer tips:
Speak about specifics that relate to the position you are applying for. If you know you do not have much experience in the job you are applying for, plan for this question ahead of time and ensure you can provide some relatable examples based on what you have done.
Almost all interviewers will appreciate confidence and pride in the work experience you have earned and your passion in transfering these valuable skills to your future role or position.
Answer sample
The interviewer may ask this question to see if you are committed to staying up-to-date on the latest trends in your industry. They want to know that you can adapt to new products and services, which could help improve customer satisfaction. In your answer, explain how you stay current with industry news and developments.
Example: “I would first make sure that no one is getting hurt or damaging property. Then I would calmly tell everyone to take a break from work until they can calm down. Once everyone has calmed down, I would listen to both sides of the story and help them come up with a solution. I would also ensure that all parties involved understand that further disruptions will result in disciplinary action.”
Example: “If there was a problem with one of the club’s equipment pieces, I would first assess the issue and determine if it could be fixed or if we needed to replace it. If I determined that we needed to replace the piece, I would contact the vendor to order a new piece. If I thought the equipment piece could be repaired, I would call in a repair technician to fix it. Once the problem was resolved, I would ensure all staff members were aware of the solution so they could communicate it to members.”
Example: “In my last role as a bar manager, I had to let one of our bartenders go due to performance issues. It was difficult because he was a great guy who always showed up on time, but his customer service skills were lacking. He also wasn’t making enough drinks per hour to meet company standards. I spoke with him privately first, and then we held a meeting with the rest of the staff so they could ask questions and learn from the experience.”
Example: “I believe that building strong relationships is an important part of being a successful manager. I would make it a point to meet with each member of my team at least once per month to discuss their progress and offer feedback. In addition, I would encourage all employees to feel comfortable approaching me with questions or concerns they have about work.”
FAQ
What are the 10 most common interview questions and answers for managers?
- What’s your management style?
- How do you see a manager’s role on a team?
- How do you motivate a team?
- Tell me about a time you dealt with a difficult employee.
- How would your colleagues describe you?
- Describe how you delegate tasks to team members.
- Other frequently asked interview questions.
What questions will be asked in a manager’s interview?
- Tell me about yourself.
- Tell me something that’s not on your resume.
- Tell me about a time you made a mistake.
- Tell me about a conflict you faced at work and how you dealt with it.
- What type of work environment do you prefer?
How do you prepare an interview as a manager?
- Focus on Leadership. …
- Understand the Company’s Needs. …
- Tailor Your Strengths. …
- Provide Many Examples. …
- Energy and Enthusiasm. …
- Ask Appropriate, Well Prepared Questions. …
- Close the Interview.
What is the best question for manager?
- What are your expectations of me as an employee in this position? …
- How can we create an ideal workflow? …
- Can you recommend any books or media? …
- What performance goals should I be setting? …
- How can you help me work toward my personal goals and objectives?
