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      Crew Member Interview

      Dec 1, 2014
      Anonymous employee
      Accepted offer
      Neutral experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied in-person. The process took 5 days. I interviewed at Trader Joe's

      Interview

      They tell you that they will call you, but, most likely will not. However, if you contact them too often asking about the job, they won't hire you either, so it's all about finding a balance and being proactive. Years ago, they had a math test in the application which you had to pass in order to get hired. Also, you had to be able to lift a certain amount of weight to get hired. You may be able to negotiate your pay based on experience. If you get the job, be prepared to work most, if not all, weekends. Also, the hours can vary - one week you're coming in as early as 4 AM and the next you're leaving around midnight. Sometimes, depending on your availability, you'll have an early and a ate shift one after the other with only an 8 hour turn-around.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      How would you handle a difficult/rude customer?
      1 Answer

      Other Crew Member interview reviews for Trader Joe's

      Crew Member Interview

      Jun 12, 2026
      Anonymous employee
      Atlanta, GA
      Accepted offer
      Positive experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Trader Joe's (Atlanta, GA)

      Interview

      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.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      What would you do to calm down a customer?
      Answer question

      Crew Member Interview

      May 21, 2026
      Anonymous interview candidate
      No offer
      Neutral experience
      Average interview

      Application

      I interviewed at Trader Joe's

      Interview

      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.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      What is your favorite product?
      Answer question

      Crew Member Interview

      May 4, 2026
      Anonymous employee
      West Hollywood, CA
      Accepted offer
      Neutral experience
      Easy interview

      Application

      I applied in-person. I interviewed at Trader Joe's (West Hollywood, CA)

      Interview

      Casual, took place outside of the store. First I had a phone call interview. Then another which was in-person with 2 of the mates in the store, and finally a third in-person with the captain of the store.

      Interview questions [1]

      Question 1

      What was something I did for a friend that was above and beyond?
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