DUTCH BROS INTERVIEW EXAM
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Three Things you would bring to a deserted Island? - 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.
- 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? - 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? - 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? - 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 - 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 - 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.
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
Three Things you would bring to a deserted Island? - 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.
- 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? - 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? - 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? - 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 - 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 - 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.
