I applied in-person. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Trader Joe's in Jan 2012
Interview
3 interviews with 2 assistant managers and 1 manager all in store. The process took 3 weeks. There was no testing beyond a background check and drug screening. I don't know if they contacted any of my references. All the questions were easy and expected. I gave them several anecdotes about a time when I dealt with an angry customer, an example of great customer service, when I went above and beyond the call of duty to help a customer and how I am a great team player.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Neither. Basic questions about customer service, work ethic, how are you as a team player.
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 July 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?