I applied in-person. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Publix (Cumming, GA) in June 2013
Interview
I applied and was called in about 1.5 months later. It took quite a bit of time for them to call me back. When I got there, I was shown around the deli, and what was going to be doing. The interview process was short, and on the same day, I had a drug test.
Behavioral Interview with questions on how you would behave in a team environment, and stressful or otherwise adverse conditions. They will also analyze how you align with the company's value system.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time when you had a conflict with a co-worker.
Manager wanting to hear about you, your skills and basic knowledge. Showing respect and enthusiasm. Basic, getting to know the company, a friendly environment and the challenges it may come with.
It was a hiring event so about ten people were doing interviews all at once. They had several store managers doing the interviews. I had a district manager interview me.