I applied in-person. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Whole Foods Market (Atlanta, GA) in Feb 2015
Interview
I applied online and didn't hear back. I called and didn't hear back.
I went into the store and was interviewed for thirty minutes. I got called a day later and was offered the position.
I would say that some departments may look online, but they are more interested in personalities. If you are outgoing and know about the company, go in person and talk to them. Figure out who the cool team leaders are and go for that department. A good team leader can make the biggest difference.
They want outgoing friendly people!
It was pretty informal. I got an email saying they wanted to interview me and asked me to send over a few different times. The process went pretty quickly once we sat down. We got right into my experience, what I liked about Whole Foods, where I saw myself in 5 years, and what my availability was. I was interviewed by both the Grocery Team Lead and the Assistant Grocery Team Lead.
The interview was short and to the point. They ask typical interview questions and are mostly interested in availability. There were like 2 managers there during the interview and I think i remember they hired me on the spot.
I interviewed at Whole Foods Market (Minneapolis, MN)
Interview
Formal sit-down interview with typical interview questions and discussion of past work experience. Overview of job responsibilities. Walkthrough of the store and department. Introduction to human resources. The 30 word requirement is ridiculous by the way.