The John Lewis Partnership is ramping up its workforce by recruiting a record 12,500 temporary staff for the pre-Christmas period.
- This year’s recruitment surpasses last year by 4,100 roles, highlighting increased demand.
- John Lewis stores have filled most of the 2,000 roles needed across its 34 locations in the UK.
- Waitrose will soon initiate hiring for 7,700 seasonal positions as the holidays approach.
- An additional 2,800 temporary roles will be filled to support supply chain operations across the country.
The John Lewis Partnership has announced an ambitious plan to hire 12,500 temporary workers across the nation to manage the anticipated surge in demand during the pre-Christmas season. This move marks a significant increase of 4,100 roles compared to the previous year, reflecting the climbing need for staff in this peak period.
Recruitment for positions within John Lewis stores is already in progress. With 2,000 roles allocated for its 34 locations across the UK, the company has reported that only a small number of vacancies remain unfilled. This rapid filling of positions demonstrates a strong interest in temporary work opportunities with the renowned retailer.
In the coming weeks, John Lewis’s grocery chain, Waitrose, will embark on its seasonal hiring process. The company plans to recruit 7,700 workers, including supermarket assistants, night shift personnel, and customer delivery drivers, for its 300 outlets. This recruitment drive is positioned to cater to the uptick in holiday shopping and logistical needs as Christmas approaches.
Beyond retail outlets, the partnership is also seeking to enhance its supply chain capabilities. An effort to recruit 2,800 temporary staff for roles such as warehouse operatives and delivery drivers is underway, aimed at facilitating the expected rise in online orders through Waitrose.com and Johnlewis.com.
Charlotte Lock, customer director at John Lewis Partnership, emphasizes the company’s commitment to maintaining exceptional customer service. “Whether making sure you’re choosing the right headphones or wanting inspirational food ideas for entertaining, we know customers value the independent, trusted advice they get from our partners and that friendly, personal touch,” she stated. Her remarks underscore the integral role that temporary staff will play in sustaining the high standards associated with the John Lewis and Waitrose brands.
This large-scale recruitment effort highlights the strategic preparations by John Lewis Partnership for the expected holiday demand.
