I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (South Pasadena, CA) in May 2024
Interview
A week after applying, they emailed me saying to call and schedule a phone screening. I called 2 hours later and the employee who picked up the phone asked if I could call at another time, but then changed his mind. he kept asking for my name and claimed that he couldn't find my application and asked if I even applied. then, out of nowhere, he started asking me interview questions. the whole time he sounded disinterested/rude and then told me I would hear back within a week. I went to the application portal minutes later and it already says I wasn't selected. waste of time. very confused.
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.
I had 3 separate interviews. 1 was over the phone. 2 were in person. I never heard anything after the third interview. I called the store about a week later and they let me know they didn’t actually have any available positions. Really felt like they wasted my time.