Sainsburys Interview Questions
Go Back1. At Sainsbury's we like to hire strong achievers. Give me an example of a time when you went above and beyond.
2. What questions or concerns do you have about a role at Sainsbury's?
3. Tell me about the best job you've ever had. What made it so special?
4. What do you hope to learn from this job at Sainsburys?
5. Tell me about your most recent visit to a Sainsbury's store.
6. What would you do if a customer broke a product that they hadn't purchased?
7. How can Sainsbury's motivate you on the job?
8. Describe to me your ideal employer.
9. We need reliable people on our team at Sainsbury's. How many days were you absent from work last year?
10. What type of work environment do you dislike working in?
11. Personality fit is important to us at Sainsburys. How would you describe your personality?
12. How do you handle a situation where your supervisor does not properly communicate information to you?
13. What type of manager brings out the best in you?
14. Why is this job with Sainsbury's right for you at this time in your career?
15. How do you like to be recognized for your accomplishments?
16. This position requires a flexible schedule as we are open evenings, weekends, and most holidays. Are you able to commit to these hours?
17. What do you think will be the biggest challenge for you if hired at Sainsbury's?
18. Have you researched our company values? What stands out to you most?
19. What would your most recent employer say about your character and honesty?
20. What would you do if a coworker didn't show up for their shift while you were at work?
21. Tell me about a time a supervisor criticized your work. How did you respond?
22. Tell me 3 qualities you possess that make you a strong fit for this position with Sainsbury's.
23. At Sainsbury's we firmly believe in grooming our employees into management roles as they show potential. Are you interested in potential leadership roles with us?
24. At Sainsbury's, we take pride in keeping the store clean and the merchandise organized. Do you consider yourself to be orderly and meticulous?
25. This position requires you to wear a uniform to work. Have you worn a uniform in the workplace before? How do you feel about this?
26. How are your math skills? Do you have experience working a Point of Sale system and cash register?
27. We have a strong employee honesty program in place at Sainsbury's to prevent loss. What would you do if you discovered that a co-worker was stealing product or money?
28. How do you handle customer complaints?
29. What do you know about Sainsbury's? Why do you want to work for us?
30. Sainsbury's puts customer service first. How do you ensure that you always put the customers' needs first?