Depending on the role, one of the first steps in the application process is a Slack Interview. Slack is a text-based messaging platform that we rely heavily on as a fully distributed company. eatOS use this platform as an easy way to share their ideas, interact, and engage with colleagues around the world. Because Slack communication is an integral part of our day-to-day, we use Slack interviews to gauge candidates’ ability to clearly convey their thoughts via text-based messaging. It’s also a great way for candidates to gain a sense of whether or not this way of communicating works for them :)
 

We recognize that, for most candidates, this will be a completely new experience. To help prepare you for a Slack interview, see our most important tips below!
 

• You’ll see Friendly Raccoon when you log into Slack. This is a tool that our developers created to facilitate Slack channel creation. We have folks across eatOS rotate to our Talent team to help with projects like this! Please note that Friendly Raccoon will not be conducting your interview, and that candidate interaction with this tool is optional.

• Don’t forget to log into Slack on time. Signing into your account a few minutes before the interview is key.

• Feel free to take the time you need when answering questions via text. We’re not timing your responses, and a thoughtful and error-free answer is better than a quick one.

• Come prepared with a few questions you’d like to ask your interviewer. We always leave time to make sure we answer any questions you have about the role, team, and working at eatOS.

• Have fun! Reflect on whether or not the style of communication you’ve experienced in the process so far plays to your strengths and set you up for success in your career at eatOS