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Dutch Bros Interview Three Things you would bring to a deserted Island? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I would say my music because no matter what the situation is, I always feel better with the right soundtrack A satellite phone in order to contact the outside world and help plan a rescue then I should probably say something like matches or a desalination tool to provide fresh water, but in my imagination a magic wand would probably be more useful. Rate your communication skills from 1-10 and tell us why you chose that rating. - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I would rate myself an 8 for communication skills in part because I believe that there is always room for improvement. I am capable of effectively communicating complex ideas to large teams as well as on a one-on-one basis. i am also an active listener which is a vital component of the two-way street of communication and I am not afraid to ask clarifying questions to avoid misunderstanding or confusion. Why do you want to work for Dutch Bros? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I love the fact that Dutch Bros coffee is a successful business that initiated locally and that they offer opportunity for their employees to grow and advance within the company. I feel like there is a lot I could learn from this organization. But beyond that, I was attracted to Dutch Bros because of its culture of care, not only towards employees and customers but towards local communities. it is inspiring to see this company serve communities beyond providing a tasty product, but through programs such as "Be aware" that supports the fight against Breast Cancer, "Dutch luv" that donates to local food banks, and "Buck of Kids" that supports youth organizations. I have long admired Dutch Bros. generosity and since being welcomed into the family I have had the privilege of seeing that the reputation this company has built is more then just hype, it is genuine. The prospect of helping this company and its culture continue to expand excites me. What color would you be? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>Purple - it combines the fiery energy of red with the calm stability of blue and to me represents loyalty, dignity, and creativity.
Spirit Animal? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I would probably say a beaver, not just because I attend OSU and that's are mascot, but because I find beavers to be industrious, organized, and creative animals who never give up on a project and that exemplifies my work ethic. what are your weaknesses - CORRECT ANSWER >>>Too analytical at the start of a project I think one of my weaknesses is that I can at times be too analytical at the start of a project. I like to get all of the facts and then establish a clear objective with a plan A, B and C for how to accomplish a goal. I have been working on improving my speed in selecting a path without allowing the quality of my work to suffer, but this is still a work in progress. If I am being completely honest, I think one of my biggest weaknesses is that I can struggle with being confident in my work. I like to check and double check my work before submitting it and I enjoy constructive feedback of any sort that helps me know whether I am headed in the right direction. Tell me about a time you failed - CORRECT ANSWER >>>in one of my courses, we were required to participate in a supreme court simulation. I was really excited about this project. I had researched every detail of the case we were assigned and had a well-crafted argument ready to go. my role in the simulation was that of chief justice. part of my responsibilities was to preside over the conference and facilitate discussion between the other 8 justices on the court. on the day of the simulation, I spent so much of my time ensuring that the others were able to present their case and that their contribution was respected, that I failed to present my own findings and opinion of the case. as a result, all the time I spent researching and developing this airtight argument became irrelevant because I did not speak up for my own ideas. I have learned a lot from this experience. in the leadership roles, I have taken on since I have worked hard to find a balance between encouraging the ideas and participation of others without allowing my own unique contribution to be stifled. What are your greatest strengths - CORRECT ANSWER >>>My strong work ethic is probably my greatest strength. my hard working attitude paired with my passion for learning allows me to go above and beyond what an assignment asks of me. this is evidenced by the fact that I have completed
rely heavily on my colleagues and them on me. this required that we maintained constant communication and a level of trust in order to adapt to ever-changing situations. I believe my active listening skills, attention to detail, and ability to work well with a team makes me especially well-suited for this position at Dutch Bros. How does this position at Dutch fit your career goals? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>While my career goals are somewhat malleable at this stage in my life, i know that I ultimately desire a challenging long-term career in a prominent community minded company like Dutch Bros. Currently, I am looking to find a more permanent position within this company where I can develop my talents and best serve this organization. I think the position Retail Systems Administrative Assistant position would be a step in the right direction towards accomplishing those goals. where do you see yourself a year from now? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>A year from now I hope to be working for this company in a role that allows room for growth and advancement. This position offers a welcome opportunity to establish a more permanent foothold at Dutch Bros and would allow me to learn more about the process and procedures of this organization. At Dutch. we offer many corporate growth opportunities to our star employees, where do you see your career with Dutch taking you? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>Based on my political science background I could see myself pursuing a variety of career avenues in the HR or legal department at Dutch Bros. Personally, I am very interested in the philanthropic side of this company and would love to explore career opportunities on that side of the business as well. Ultimately, I would like to eventually work my way up to a management position. Leadership Qualities - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I like to think I possess the qualities necessary of a leader such as creativity, perseverance, and accountability, but my ability to communicate well is probably the most vital in terms of leadership. I understand that communication is a two-way street. in addition to being able to articulate a vision and direct teams. I also pride myself on listening to the contributions and concerns of team members to ensure that they feel heard and valued. this allows me to cultivate a relationship of trust and respect with my team that makes collaborative experiences more enjoyable for everyone involved. when have you lead a team - CORRECT ANSWER >>>one example is when I was the head set designer for One eleven's production of Peter Pan Jr. After
working with the director to create a vision for the production, I assembled and managed a team to make that vision a reality. this required leading concept meetings, overseeing construction, and accounting for all expenditures while adhering to a rigid budget and deadline. through the process, I had to exercise many qualities of a leader such as creativity, productivity, organization, and communication. I learned that simply ordering people around was not effective. instead by working with my team and listening to their input I was better able to improve upon the original design idea and react to unexpected setbacks. this experience showed me how important each player was to creating the overall big picture. Set Back - CORRECT ANSWER >>>when I was working as the lead set designer for the one eleven's children's summer camp smoke from wildfires became so heavy that we could no longer allow campers outside. as a result, the workroom set aside for my team had to be forfeited to allow space for campers to reside when they were not on the stage rehearsing. my team and I managed the set back by finding alternative spaces to work and sharing resources such as masks when painting or constructing pieces outside. In some cases where it was necessary to share our workspace with campers, I reacted to the situation by including the campers in the process. I set aside portions of the set for them to paint and created other projects for them to work on that could be incorporated into the final design. this actually worked nicely in that the campers got to learn a little about set design and were incredibly excited to get to participate in the process. Describe your personality - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I would say that I have a compassionate heart and a creative, yet analytical mind. I have a good sense of humor and love to laugh but am also very professional and match my demeanor to my environment. I can come across as slightly introverted when I first enter a new space, but quickly open up and become more outgoing as I grow accustomed to my surroundings. how do you handle stress on the job? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>on certain levels, stress can be productive. it keeps me motivated and reminds me I care about the work I do. However, an overbearing amount of stress is unhealthy and can negatively impact the quality of work. --organization, prioritization, and communication are all tools I use to help keep stress under control.--by breaking up large projects into manageable tasks and prioritize those tasks using lists, I am able to juggle multiple assignments with corresponding deadlines. furthermore, I am not afraid to communicate my confusion when a project instructions or leader's directions are ambiguous
their own unique set of skills. however, sometimes an individual will refuse to participate despite offers of help and encouragement. when this happens, it is necessary to remove that individual from the group. if i were to carry the individual through the project it would not only harm the rest of my group., but it would be detrimental to the individual who would neither learn nor grow. it is always difficult to part ways with a team member because I do care about them as a person, but i have to remind myself that there is only so much I can do to help and ultimately it is up to the individual to decide if they want to succeed. if dutch bros. coffee called your favorite professor how would she/he describe you? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I think my professor would describe me as a dedicated and hardworking student who always goes above and beyond what is expected of an assignment. for example, in a recent course i took at OSU on political theory, my professor told me I was exempt from the final research paper because my checkpoint outline had been so through it exceeded what was expected of even the final assignment. how do you double check or verify your work - CORRECT ANSWER >>>depending on the type of project my verification process differs. I think preparation is one of the biggest things that aids in accuracy. if you do not have a clear plan it is difficult to replicate or review a project. furthermore, ensuring that whatever sources I use are credible helps assure the reliability of my work. when applicable I think, and extra set of eyes can also be helpful in ensuring that I catch any and all inconsistencies before submitting my work. When have you been asked to perform a function or complete a task in which you had little or no experience in doing? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I am frequently asked to complete tasks on subjects I have had no experience with. In my academic career. each new course offered a unique set of challenges to overcome. I also have experience performing functions with no experience in a professional capacity. In my position prior to joining dutch's, I was originally being considered for an internship position in the billing department of a busy medical practice. however, when the practice suddenly lost an employee due to personal reasons, they asked me to step in and fill the position of a medical assistant. although i had no prior experience in this field, I accepted the position despite my nerves eager for the opportunity to learn new skills. i went through training for about a week shadowing the other assistants to learn in ins and outs of the business. by the second week i was rooming patients without supervision and performing tasks that went
above and beyond my job description. my supervisor told me she was impressed by how quickly i had pricked up the position. i am thankful i did not pass up the opportunity as this has become one of my favorite work experiences. A time you went above and beyond - CORRECT ANSWER >>>one example of a time i went above and beyond in the interest of an organization's when i took over as director for the bethany presbyterian annual children's summer camp i had been apart of this camp for many years first as a camper then as a volunteer. when bethany decided to cancel due to lack of funds and manpower, i knew i had to step up. not only did this camp provide safe activities and personal attention to the children in the community, but it doubled as a free day care service that many hard-working families relied on. i petitioned session and received permission to move forward with the camp under the condition that I was in charge. my responsibilities included securing funds maintaining a budget, running advertising, assembling and managing volunteers, creating lesson plans, and coordinating a variety of communities. i knew it would be a lot of work but gladly accepted the challenge because of what it would mean for the community. how dutch can remain competitive? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>i think it is important to have a team that is keeping an ear to the ground tracking what customers like and dislike as well as doing market research to finding out what is new in the coffee industry so you can be ahead of your competitors. However, i think it is vital that the unique culture Dutch Bros has cultivated is not forgotten or diluted as the company continues to grow and expand. understanding of this position - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I will be working with the project management software Wrike to help organize existing projects within the human resource department. I will also aid in the development of a how-to manual that demonstrates how the HR team can best utilize Wrike to benefit dutch as a company what is your favorite role and why did you leave? - CORRECT ANSWER >>>I never left a company without fulfilling the duration of the position I was hired for. It is difficult to pick a favorite role as each experience i have undergone has been valuable in its own unique way. i would say i am most proud of my role as camp director for bethany presbyterian this was a project i oversaw from start to finish. as opposed to furthering a company's vision, I led teams to help realize my own vision. this experience allowed me to combine my passion for community service, education, and creativity while also
