Retail Store Manager Question:

☛ How many hours per week do you expect that I would work?
☛ What are the typical shifts covered by this position?
☛ Are weekend/evening hours required?
☛ How flexible are the hours and the schedule?
☛ Do the hours vary weekly, or stay the same?
☛ What are your busiest times during the day?
☛ What is the busiest day here?
☛ Do you schedule people for primarily the same hours every week, or do they vary greatly?
☛ Are there extra hours available during the holidays?
☛ How far in advance is the schedule posted?
☛ How many sales associates are on the floor during a shift?
☛ Is there a supervisor on during all shifts?
☛ Who does your displays?
☛ What is your biggest selling item?
☛ Do you offer commission?
☛ Are the performance reviews done by the store manager, or does a regional manager come in?
☛ Does this company have a policy of promoting from within?
☛ How many full-time employees does this store employ?
☛ What kind of atmosphere among the employees is there at this store/shop/boutique?
☛ What kind of growth do you expect to see from this company over the next five years?
☛ Will I be a part of a team, or be working primarily independently?
☛ Will I have the opportunity to interview with the supervisor of this position?
☛ Can you describe for me a typical day in this position?
☛ How would you describe your company's management style?
☛ Is there opportunity for growth within the company?
☛ What do you like best about working here?
☛ What do you like least about working here?
☛ Would you change anything about this department?
☛ If I'm offered this position, how soon would you like me to start?
☛ How many applicants are you interviewing for this position?
☛ Is there a dress code? What would I need to wear to work?
☛ Do you have any additional questions for me?
☛ When should I expect to hear from you?