I applied online. The process took 2 days. I interviewed at Marks & Spencer (Shoreham-by-Sea, England) in Aug 2015
Interview
I applied online and then had an interview the next day in the shop. Did a role play and had a brief interview, was then offered the role. Over all I found the process fun and engaging and I can't wait to start work there!
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The role play was about the parma ham and red peppers not being available. I offered replacements and when this was turned down I suggested the 'customer' tried the new part food service. Make sure to smile, be polite and give plenty of eye contact! I passed this and then had an interview. He asked me why M&S, why retail, past experience, what did I think the job entailed etc.
Quite informal, mostly asking about my reasons for applying to them specifically - I recommend looking at their welfare and environmental status, and the fact that their brand is associated with higher quality food
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Question 1
Why would you choose to work at M&S rather than at another supermarket?
I interviewed at Marks & Spencer (London, England)
Interview
Very chilled out interview with a few questions about simple stuff like what you would do in a confrontational event. Really nice interviewer, felt more like a chat than an interview.
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Question 1
What would you do if a member of the public was being confrontational?
I applied online. I interviewed at Marks & Spencer (Glasgow, Scotland) in Jun 2026
Interview
The interview lasted about 40 minutes, with a lot of questions about how you have handled situations previously and why you are a good candidate for them. Overall, an average interview just come prepared with the latest news and up to date product knowledge of the company.
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Question 1
When is a time you took ownership for something that you didn't have to.