I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Waitrose (London, England) in Jun 2017
Interview
The in-store/office interview is a group interview ranging from 3 people and more.
You are given everyday scenarios that may occur in the store and have to discuss as a group how you believe you are supposed to handle the situation out of the possible answers that they give you on a sheet.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
There has been a spillage of milk on the shop floor next to you and a customer has just asked you where a product is at the same time. What would be the best choice of action to take in this situation?
A) leave the spilage and show the customers where the product is.
B) Tell the customer you have to clean the spillage before you help them
C) Wait for a colleague to walk past and have them show the customer the product and ask them to bring paper towels and a bag.
D) Get your manager immediately.
Group interview of various scenarios and outcomes and how to deal with those. Individual interview goes over your experiences and times you have displayed certain behaviours and qualities to assess your applicability
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.