I applied in-person. I interviewed at Co-op (Preston, North West England, England)
Interview
Was asked about my past experience, my current level of education and my location and schedule. I was then asked about a series of scenario questions about working in the store and explained how my previous experience has aided me in my decision-making and other skills.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If you had been asked to work in the back of the store but realised that customers were waiting at unmanned tills, how would you respond to the situation?
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I applied online. I interviewed at Co-op in Jun 2026
Interview
It was nice and smooth and very intuitive. I liked how I had help from the website to prepare for the interview and so I was able to fully explain my previous experience.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Give me a time when you stood up for yourself or someone else
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Co-op (Stotfold, England) in Jun 2026
Interview
The interview was relaxed and friendly. The interviewer asked questions about my availability, customer service, teamwork, and previous experience. They also explained the role and what it would involve. I had the opportunity to ask questions at the end, and the interview lasted around 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Very impersonal. All done online and the logic between what constitutes a good or bad answer is totally unidentifiable. You would have better luck turning up in person and asking if you can hand in your CV and interview in person instead!
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Very insistent on working as many days/times as possible even if you are studying
