Old school mentality lead by weak managers - Anonymous employee Waitrose Employee Review

The long term "Partners" don't have a can do or make it right attitude but are more procedure driven and very much set in their ways. Little or no flexibility from long term staff. Managers are too week and very afraid of consequences, especially when dealing with difficult staff and situations. No career progression prospects unless you suck up to the management. Very out of date performance review system. Retail price wars will claim John Lewis Partnership soon if they don't change their attitude soon.