I applied online. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Waitrose (London, England) in Nov 2017
Interview
As I arrived I had to hand in my passport so it could be checked and scanned and as I signed in my arrival time was noted (8:20 for an 8:30am call time). I then waited briefly in a room with the other candidates and we had to fill in a form to indicate our store preferences and availability etc. Then we were split into two groups and had to do a group exercise assigning items to customers given their requirements. After this I then had an individual interview which lasted roughly 5-10 minutes.
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.
I applied online. I interviewed at Waitrose in May 2026
Interview
1 on 1 interview with the manager. Was told I was invited to the interview by email 2 weeks prior. Roughly 6 questions asked. Questions are on the Waitrose website.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Q: Tell me about a time you had to work in a team and how did it go?