I applied in-person. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Co-op (Brighton, England) in Feb 2017
Interview
I handed in my CV and they gave me an application form to fill in and give back as soon as possible. I got a call the next day arranging an interview date.
The interview was fairly straightforward and not too formal. I was given a set of three scenario questions (randomised) and I had 10 minutes to prepare answers for them then the interviewer assessed me based on my answers by going through a sheet and ticking things off and prompted me when I was struggling. After that they talked about my available hours, which they seemed to care about more than the actual scenario questions as they wanted someone who was flexible with their time.
Interview questions [7]
Question 1
Someone approaches you complaining about how untidy the bakery was and how the food they wanted was never in stock. How would you handle this?
The area behind the tills is always untidy and your co-workers can't find anything and two of them start to argue in front of the customers. What do you do?
Thank you for your review. I'm pleased to hear you accepted the position and hope you are enjoying your time at the Co-op. ^Catherine
Easy interview
Application
I interviewed at Co-op (Manchester, England)
Interview
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
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Co-op (Bournemouth, England) in May 2026
Interview
The interview process was very easy and straightforward. The interviewer was kind and made it feel more like a friendly, comfortable conversation than a formal interview. As well as one of the best interviews I've actually had.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They asked for my availability, as well as experience.
I applied online. I interviewed at Co-op in May 2026
Interview
online assement 2 parts, first part was a situational judment test multiple choice questions job related scdnarios you pick whatever you feel correct.
Second part is a Natural Preferences Questionnaire asks you to select which statements best describe you and to what extent.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
It was an online assesment 2 parts, first part was a situational judment test multiple choice questions job related scdnarios you pick whatever you feel correct.
Second part is a Natural Preferences Questionnaire asks you to select which statements best describe you and to what extent.
