Retail Associate applicants have rated the interview process at Hobby Lobby with 2.4 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 25% positive. To compare, the company-average is 61.5% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Retail Associate roles take an average of 3 days to get hired, when considering 8 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at Hobby Lobby overall takes an average of 10 days.
Common stages of the interview process at Hobby Lobby as a Retail Associate according to 8 Glassdoor interviews include:
Skills test: 44%
Phone interview: 22%
One on one interview: 22%
Drug test: 11%
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I applied in-person. I interviewed at Hobby Lobby (San Diego, CA) in Aug 2016
Interview
The Hiring Manager asked a few simple questions, mostly about my availability. They were opening a new store. Took a math test after the interview and told me when to come back for orientation.
The interview process was straightforward and relatively quick. It involved an initial application, followed by a brief in-person interview with a manager. Questions focused on availability, customer service experience, and how well I work in a team-oriented retail environment.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked about my availability and how I would handle helping customers during busy periods, as well as how I work with others in a fast-paced retail environment.
I applied online. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Hobby Lobby (Tinley Park, IL) in Aug 2025
Interview
Spoke with the manager and had an interview scheduled a day or two after I applied. Went in to answer some questions, filled out a cashier paper test while I was there, and got the job on the spot.
Easy for highschool student they just asked ur weakness. A co manager and the store manager interviewed and sat you down at table. They interview you then give you a simple percentage math test