I applied in-person. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Trader Joe's in May 2013
Interview
Printed out resume and bought to store.
Received short on-site screening.
Received a call the next day to come in for interview next week.
Interviewed with "mate", which went well. Luckily, "captain" was readily available for final interview on the spot.
Received call later that day to come in tomorrow for orientation.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Asked same question twice by different people.. And had to think of two occasions. Ex.
"Example of angry/pleasant customer experience"
It's two to three interviews, the final with the Captain (or highest manager) of the store. The interviews are largely to get to know your personality and how well you would do at customer service.
The interview process was absolutely wonderful! I didn't feel stressed or nervous and it felt like I was just chatting with a friend! Trader Joes is a great company and the interview was great.
Very chill, asked things a lot of job interviews don't, more personal down to earth questions. Made me feel very comfortable. Professional but also cool vibes from everyone who interviewed me. Went to one interview with mates and another with the captain.