The hiring process at Shoe Carnival takes an average of 21 days when considering 1 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Women's Sales Associate had the quickest hiring process (on average 21 days), whereas Women's Sales Associate roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 21 days).
The process was quick and efficient. Manager showed me around the store and asked about my life outside of work and why I thought Shoe Carnival would be a good fit for me.
I applied online. I interviewed at Shoe Carnival (Fort Mill, SC) in Feb 2026
Interview
Initial interview is 30 min on the phone w 2 recruiters from the comany. Second round is with 2 recruiters and direct supervisor if hired. No idea on how many other rounds as I dropped out after the second round due to another offer.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
A time when you had to figure something out on your own and how did you do it
I applied online. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Shoe Carnival
Interview
Phone interview- was quick and straight to the point asked questions regarding past management experience and other experiences that would help with the position
First in person interview was much of the same just kind of also asking personal interests as well
Second interview with district manager also kind of the same where I was asked availability/intrests/ if I’d be able to transfer as well.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How would you handle a customer who had an issue during a high volume time?