I applied in-person. The process took 4 weeks. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (New York, NY) in Sept 2013
Interview
There are two interviews, first with a manager, then likely with the store captain. They are looking for bubbly people who can interact with customers with sincerity and passion. They asked more about my likes and hobbies then past job experience, though they did want to know how I handled difficult customers in the past, and similar things. They were both friendly - there is no HR interview, it's with managers which is more personable I found. It seems to matter than you are personable and excited before the interviews when handing in your application.
The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Sterling, VA) in Aug 2024
Interview
I was not hired! It was a new store so it was a very competitive position. I was emailed the day after my application, but denied shortly after the call. I am under the assumption that this location prefers experienced people.
I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Cleveland, OH) in Jul 2018
Interview
Submitted an application in person. The manager who accepted the application asked me about favorite Trader Joe's products. Later received a call asking if would like to interview. Was interviewed by two managers, fairly low key but professional.
I applied in-person. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (New York, NY) in Dec 2017
Interview
Rigorous process. 2 separate interviews first with a manager and the final with the store captain. Overall the process took about 2 weeks. But also took a little bit to hear back from when I dropped off my resume.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
How did you handle a past disagreement with a co worker?
