When you drop off your application at the store a Mate will ask you a couple informal questions to engage in conversation. Then there will be an interview with two Mates and then possibly a second interview with a Mate and a Captain. It is very relaxed and they want to get a feel for if you will be a good fit to do the work which can be both physically demanding and you have to be good with customers and teammates. It can take up to a month for them to get through resumes so be patient, and if it doesn't work out at one particular location, try another.
J'ai passé un entretien chez Trader Joe's (Boston, MA)
Entretien
It's two to three interviews, the final with the Captain (or highest manager) of the store. The interviews are largely to get to know your personality and how well you would do at customer service.
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.
J'ai passé un entretien chez Trader Joe's (Atlanta, GA)
Entretien
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.