I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Newton, MA) in Dec 2019
Interview
There was a brief phone screening, then an interview with a mid-level employee, then an interview with the store manager. Each employee I spoke with was very courteous. It was about two weeks between submitting the application and the final interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a time when you had a different opinion than a co-worker on how to approach a task and how you resolved it.
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.