I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Waitrose (London, England) in Jul 2015
Interview
was taken to the employee area with other candidates, then had a 1 to 1 interview about 10-20 minutes long. They make you feel relaxed and not nervous which was good. Then a group interview - about 8 people - we were all given separate parts of a mystery review and then had 20 minutes to all discuss which 3 issues were the most important and make an action plan of what to do. Was told there were 3 other sessions today so would hear back after a while
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why do you want to work for Waitrose - A time when you asked for feedback and how this changed how you work - A time you had to change someone else's decision and how that went - What you do outside work etc.
easy ask basic stuff and got the job on the interview
the lady asks about yout availability and you can choose from a range of stores in and around your area which is good
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Waitrose (London, England) in May 2026
Interview
I applied for a Supermarket Assistant vacancy for all SW London stores (If your applying for a London specific vacancy, please ensure you apply ASAP, they only keep the vacancies for London open for 24 hours max), an early application, is always the best application) I am very happy that I have been given an offer! This was honestly one of the best interview/application processes I've been through, everything went smoothly, and on a timely manner. I applied for the role a week ago, and the next day received an email to say I have been invited for an Interview. You then schedule yourself in for an Interview. Literally 2 days after the Interview, I was called and told I have passed the Interview, and they would offer me a vacancy. My best advice would be to research Waitrose' core values and behaviours, and also research company trends. I have put the questions below. Towards the end of the interview, they'll confirm your right to work, your availability, and your preferred locations.
Good process, nice People and not too difficult. Able to pass interviews as many times as needed.
The same as other supermarket jobs, not much more to say to be honest
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