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Updated Sep 15, 2023
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Anonymous Interview Candidate in Utah, IL
I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Utah, IL)
interview process was simple it invloved an over the phone interview as well as an in person i terview i only made it through round one of in person interviews and was told that there are typically two it was with two other employees but i was not offered another interview or a job
- what was something you struggled with at your last job
Anonymous Employee in Concord, CA
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Concord, CA)
A total of 3 interviews, they want to see your personality and how you will communicate with customers. They will ask you questions to test your enthusiasm about the products.
- what is your favorite store product and why
Anonymous Employee in Irvine, CA
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Irvine, CA)
Pretty straightforward. Had two interviews with managers. The first interview was based on past experience and the second was figuring out fit. Was asked about favorite products and why I want to work at TJ's.
- What's your favorite Trader Joe's product?
How do you guys eat healthy during the workweek? I’m in calls all day and I’m tired in the evenings and I just end up making some Trader Joe’s ready made frozen foods or cook some pasta dish but I’m not really eating healthy. I’d like to improve my diet and need suggestions for healthy meals I can make quickly
Following- same issue here
Anonymous Interview Candidate
I interviewed at Trader Joe's
Made me do three interviews. Told me the third was a formality and I will be hired at that point. I was not hired. I spent way too much time in process for a job I did not need a degree for. Still shop at location and see frequent changes in staff.
- Asked about my personal work style
Anonymous Interview Candidate in New York, NY
I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (New York, NY)
Didn't get the job, but quick response and nice people. Made me feel comfortable. Prepare you to work in a team. Friendly environment and interview process is quick and efficient.
- Why you picked them, availability, team work questions
Anonymous Interview Candidate in Bon Air, VA
I applied online. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Bon Air, VA)
Rescheduled my second interview 2x and when I concluded the interview I was told that they had already hired several new members and I would not receive news on the hiring until a following week
- Favorite movie? Never was asked why I left any of my previous employers. Did not ask about what I liked about those cultures. Felt very surface
Anonymous Employee in New York, NY
I interviewed at Trader Joe's (New York, NY)
Very short and easy BUT they revoked my offer after finding I was taking other part time interviews. They never even discussed hours or pay with me. Cutthroat environment posing as friendly. Very corporate in reality.
- They asked for my favorite TJ’s items.
Anonymous Interview Candidate in Spokane, WA
I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Spokane, WA)
They seem to be very picky with who they hire. If you are not on your game 110% they will pass. Easy casual interview but it seems as if the standards are a bit high
- average interview questions were asked
Anonymous Employee
I interviewed at Trader Joe's
The typical process is two or three interviews. They will ask you what your favorite product is for sure so remember to do your research if you've never visited Trader Joe's! Other questions are related to conflict resolution, past experience, and availability. They want and need weekend availability, especially night shifts.
- What is your favorite Trader Joe's product?
Anonymous Interview Candidate
I interviewed at Trader Joe's
Quick and easy, they asked to sit outside and answer a few questions. The questions were about responsibilities expected during turn job. The job also offered great benefits such as medical and dental.
- What do you expect to do as an employee.
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Glassdoor users rated their interview experience at Trader Joe's as 73% positive with a difficulty rating score of 2.28 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty). Candidates interviewing for Deli Clerk and Technology Lead rated their interviews as the hardest, whereas interviews for Cleaner and Itern roles were rated as the easiest.
The hiring process at Trader Joe's takes an average of 13.76 days when considering 1,386 user submitted interviews across all job titles. Candidates applying for Wait Staff had the quickest hiring process (on average 1 day), whereas Assistant Store Manager roles had the slowest hiring process (on average 60 days).
Common stages of the interview process at Trader Joe's according to 1,386 Glassdoor interviews include:
One on One Interview: 45.39%
Group Panel Interview: 12.00%
Phone Interview: 7.82%
Presentation: 6.92%
Background Check: 6.64%
Drug Test: 6.09%
IQ Intelligence Test: 4.69%
Skills Test: 4.52%
Personality Test: 3.18%
Other: 2.74%
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Manager 1
frozen food and snacks. More specifically, favorite item is the mini peanut butter cups