McColl's Interview Questions
& Process
Real candidates share what happened, how many rounds they had,
and how the experience turned out.
Based on 31 interview experiences · FREE TO READ
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10 roles · 31 reportsCandidate interview experiences
First-hand accounts from people who interviewed at McColl's.
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Assistant Store Manager
Mid Easy Neutral experience Accept offer 2 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral
The interview process was straightforward and relaxed, depending on your experience. The manager was happy and polite throughout, though this might vary by branch and location. The interview took place in the stock room because the office was in use.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you a good fit for this position?
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Sales Assistant
Entry Easy Negative experience Accept offer 3 rounds
Interview process
Recruiter call Take home Background check
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
It was a pretty straightforward process. I was asked some basic questions, like about a difficult situation I faced and how I handled it. Then, I had to complete some online tests. The initial part is easy, but the gas, electric, and post office aspects might be tougher for some people.
Confirmed questions1 question
- What makes you a good fit for this role?
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Manager
Manager Difficult Positive experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call Onsite
Interview formats
Behavioral Other
Interview was at a shop office, which was quite small, uncomfortable, and dirty. The Area Manager was very professional and made me feel at ease. They asked a lot of open-ended questions, like why I wanted to work for McColls and get into retail. They also asked about my family, my work-life balance, and my 2-year career goals. I then went through some observation and number tests. The manager also shared a lot about the company and their future plans for growth.
Confirmed questions2 questions
- Why do you want to work for McColls?
- Why are you interested in a retail role?
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Shift Supervisor
Mid Difficult Negative experience Accept offer 1 round
Interview process
Recruiter call
Interview formats
Behavioral
I handed in my CV and spoke with the Manager about my previous experience, and they called me in a week later for an interview. At that time, I wanted to be a sales assistant but was pushed into a supervisor role. I just needed a job, so I reluctantly accepted the role, but the interview just seemed uncomfortable and forced. There were no questions on experience or skills, and practically no training, but luckily I knew what I was doing.
Confirmed questions1 question
- How badly do you want this job
McColl's Interview Questions
Quoted word for word from McColl's interview reports.
“Are there any CCJs against you?”
Read reports →“How do you deal with inflation on a daily basis?”
Read reports →“Are you familiar with the procedures for age verification?”
Read reports →“What is your current educational status?”
Read reports →“Would you be comfortable upselling promotions at the point of sale, such as discounted confectionery?”
Read report →“Do you have any availability constraints for working hours?”
Read report →“What is your educational background?”
Read report →“What makes you want to work in retail?”
Read report →“What is your approach to managing an upset customer?”
Read report →Formats, difficulty and experience
Across all 31 McColl's interview reports.