I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Waitrose (Eastbourne, England) in Jul 2010
Interview
The online application process was fairly straightforward and clear. I was very impressed with the benefits offered by the John Lewis Partnership. The interview consisted of, firstly, a group interview and then a few days later a 1:1 interview. The group interview was about 2 hours and consisted of a few ice-breakers, group work on customer service and expectations of the job and information about roles available and benefits of working for the partnership. The 1:1 consisted of a half hour chat about my performance in the group interview and what position I would consider. It was a very friendly environment and the benefits of the job are very impressive and quite possibly unmatched by any other retailer.