I applied online. The process took 8 weeks. I interviewed at Waitrose (Haywards Heath, England) in Jan 2017
Interview
Applied online for a new store opening in March 2017, got an email inviting me to a group assessment which I attended a month later. There were 6 of us in total, and the interviewers gave us a situation of some problems that could occur in the store and gave us 20 minutes to discuss what we would prioritize and how we would deal with them. Then I had a 1 on 1 interview where the interviewer asked a few questions. They told me I would hear back within a week.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a time when you made a mistake in a work environment and how you dealt with it
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.