I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at SquareMeal in Jan 2024
Interview
Applied online and heard back within a few days.
Invited to London office, scheduled for about a week later.
Decided almost immediately that it wasn’t for me - horrible office and was astounded that there was noisy construction work outside the window/building, despite policy being 4 days a week in office. Red flag.
Left waiting for 5 minutes past arranged time, no apology.
Interviewers were 2 senior members of editorial team, pleasant enough but younger woman in particular seemed very standoffish.
Interview was straightforward and appropriate for the role - a run through of CV and skills. 0 questions relating to interest/hobbies/culture fit, and quite judgemental looks when I brought anything personal up in my answers, which added to the slightly cold atmosphere.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Why do you want to work in this industry?
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?