{"id":9326,"date":"2023-09-07T15:53:24","date_gmt":"2023-09-07T05:53:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/?p=9326"},"modified":"2024-04-12T10:47:17","modified_gmt":"2024-04-12T00:47:17","slug":"secured-an-interview-take-it-to-the-next-level-with-kmart","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/explorecareers.co.nz\/secured-an-interview-take-it-to-the-next-level-with-kmart\/","title":{"rendered":"Secured an Interview? Take it to the Next Level with Kmart!"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 2<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

Firstly<\/strong>: go you!<\/em><\/p>\n

Secondly:<\/strong> it\u2019s okay to feel nervous. <\/em><\/p>\n

It\u2019s a big deal and a big step \u2013 especially if this is your first job or you\u2019ve never had an interview. With some planning and preparation, you can put your best foot forward!<\/p>\n

And the good news is that if you\u2019re interviewing for a role in-store at Kmart<\/a>, they\u2019re on hand to give you their secret source tips on how to smash it.<\/p>\n

Keep reading for their exclusive tips!<\/em><\/p>\n

First Things First: Let\u2019s Get to Know Each Other<\/strong><\/h4>\n

As part of the recruitment process, Kmart has an interactive chat interview as a first step.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s all online and a great way to learn more about the roles within a Kmart store and tell them more about yourself.<\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve had your interactive chat interview, the next step is a quick in-store meet and greet \u2013 this could be one-to-one or in a group interview format, and it\u2019s your chance to meet the store leadership team.<\/p>\n

Before We Meet<\/strong><\/h4>\n

This means setting up a profile and ensuring you update your information regularly. This way, the team at Kmart will get to know all about you and what you\u2019re looking for so they can match available roles to you!<\/p>\n

Here, the Kmart team offer their best tips to get ready for your face-to-face interview:<\/strong><\/h4>\n
1. Do your research.<\/strong><\/h5>\n

It\u2019s essential to be well-prepared for an interview<\/a> and know some basics about the company you\u2019re applying for.<\/p>\n

Visit the Kmart Careers<\/a> site to learn a bit about us and the roles we offer.<\/p>\n

2. Arrive on time. <\/strong><\/h5>\n

This is a no-brainer \u2013 it shows you are reliable and someone who can be trusted. Allow plenty of time for traffic, finding a parking spot and anything else that might hold you up!<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a good idea to do a trial run at the time of day you\u2019ll be attending your interview a few days in advance so you are prepared and know where you\u2019re going.<\/p>\n

3. Look your best.<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Customer service calls for cleanliness and friendliness. If you show up looking neat and tidy with a smile on your face, a hiring manager can be confident that their customers will be in good hands with you.<\/p>\n

4. Prepare some questions to ask the hiring team.<\/strong><\/h5>\n

This shows that you\u2019re interested and keen to learn.<\/p>\n

Some examples<\/a> might be, \u201cWhat\u2019s your favourite thing about working here?\u201d or \u201cWhat kind of training is available to me?\u201d<\/p>\n

5. Be ready to answer common interview questions.<\/strong><\/h5>\n

Some common questions generally get asked in interviews, and you can prepare for them in advance!<\/p>\n

Have a think in advance about how you might answer the following:<\/p>\n