I applied online. I interviewed at British Garden Centres (Charlbury, England)
Interview
Informal setting and tone by two long-standing employees. Friendly but talked more about their own experience in horticulture than what I can offer. Pointed out that they don't have 'degrees' - maybe felt a little undermined by my more academic background in education.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
They didn't ask anything about me, my background or what I could bring to the job. I'm trained in horticulture as well as having a very strong career background in another sector,
Good and well prepared meeting that was taken place over Microsoft Teams in 2021, which was during Covid restrictions. Really enjoyed the conversation and my potential line manager was very polite.
Very comfortable and welcoming from the manager, had standard interview questions asking about myself and giving an understanding of the role, Took a walk around the store before the interview.