My Interview at Trader Joe's: An Update

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around a participant's experience interviewing for a demo position at Trader Joe's, including reflections on the interview process, the work environment, and personal anecdotes related to shopping at the store.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shared details about their interview at Trader Joe's, mentioning the casual dress code and the importance of the demo position.
  • Another participant expressed enthusiasm for the job opportunity and complimented the original poster's qualifications.
  • Several users noted the fun aspects of working at Trader Joe's and discussed the store's offerings, including discounts on products.
  • One participant mentioned their favorite items from Trader Joe's, highlighting the variety available.
  • Another participant shared their experience with the crowded nature of their local Trader Joe's and suggested checking for less busy times.
  • One participant expressed disappointment after the original poster announced they were not hired, despite the positive feedback received during the interview.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the hiring outcome, as the original poster did not receive the job, while many participants expressed support and enthusiasm for the opportunity.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects personal experiences related to job interviews and shopping at Trader Joe's, with participants sharing their thoughts on the store's culture and products.

Who May Find This Useful

Consultants interested in job opportunities at Trader Joe's or those looking to share experiences related to the store's products and shopping environment may find this thread engaging.

Waddaya mean it made you giggle? I'm serious!
 
Kitchen Diva said:
Seriously?!?!? Did you give them all our names and numbers for references? I don't understand how they couldn't hire you.

I might just boycott them- to show my support for you !!!

:)
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I'm with you.

I'm never going to go to the TJ store in Detroit again.

Of course, I never have gone there and it's 6 hours away, but I'm in solidarity with you!
 
Way to sacrifice for the cause, KG!
 
Kitchen Diva said:
Seriously?!?!? Did you give them all our names and numbers for references? I don't understand how they couldn't hire you.

I might just boycott them- to show my support for you !!!

:)
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She didn't want to TOTALLY freak them out!
 
janetupnorth said:
She didn't want to TOTALLY freak them out!
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You know we wouldn't have helped her! :) LOL

ETA- I obviously cannot type. I meant to say You know we WOULD'VE helped her... what a freudian (sp?) (again my dictionary is at work) slip! Geesh!
 
The_Kitchen_Guy said:
I'm with you.

I'm never going to go to the TJ store in Detroit again.

Of course, I never have gone there and it's 6 hours away, but I'm in solidarity with you!
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Whoo-Hooo!!!!!!
 
Those people who are interviewing and hiring don't know what they just passed over....

silly people!

Sorry it didn't work out, Ann....that sounded like the PERFECT FIT for you!
 
Sorry Ann, that is their loss...BIG TIME! They will see that they made the wrong choice.
 
Glass half-full time!

Ann, now you can put additional time into your Pampered Chef business and go on an earned PC trip! TJ's would not give you a trip. I think you should go to Miami!
 
Ann,
I'm sorry. :( I'm sure there's something even better out there or maybe more time to put into your PC business like ChefLisa said! :)
God bless,
Amanda
 
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Thanks, everyone!Miami just doesn't hold any appeal to me (sorry to those who live near there - you'd be the only reason I'd want to go), nor do Mexico or Paris. And I'm just too lazy, frankly, for a trip to happen this year.KG- there's a TJ's much closer to you that you can boycott. The one in Glendale on Port Washington at Bayshore Mall. That one is much more convenient for your boycottage.
 
Sorry it didn't work out Ann. DEFINITELY their loss!

Just means that there IS something better out there for you!!
 
chefann said:
Thanks, everyone!

Miami just doesn't hold any appeal to me (sorry to those who live near there - you'd be the only reason I'd want to go), nor do Mexico or Paris. And I'm just too lazy, frankly, for a trip to happen this year.

KG- there's a TJ's much closer to you that you can boycott. The one in Glendale on Port Washington at Bayshore Mall. That one is much more convenient for your boycottage.
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I've never been there, either. Detroit is almost more convenient.

Besides, I'm more interested in girlcottage - regardless of what Ann is saying over in the update thread.
 
The_Kitchen_Guy said:
I've never been there, either. Detroit is almost more convenient.

Besides, I'm more interested in girlcottage - regardless of what Ann is saying over in the update thread.
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There is just something creepy about the way that sounds... :)



TEAM ChefAnn! I'm making a T-shirt and I'm gonna wear it to Trader Joe's the next time I go in to NOT buy anything!!!
 
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Oh bummer, Ann! I'm so sorry.:(
 
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And it's too bad that the 2 new meals I've made this week that DH really liked were based on TJ's sauces, cuz I'll have to go and get more. Of course, I can go to the other location so I don't have to run into the manager again. (I'm such a chicken.)
 
Can you order them online?
 
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Nope. They don't sell online.The really silly thing is that I was already looking forward to getting Three-Buck-Chuck at a 10% discount to use as host gifts at shows.
 
Sorry Ann! There must be something better on the horizon!
 
lacychef said:
Sorry Ann! There must be something better on the horizon!
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I've got a lawn mower that's better than a Horizon.

http://www.allpar.com/photos/plymouth/horizon/1984-horizon.jpg
 
I'm never going to TJ again either. Considering I've never even heard of it til now. Don't think there is one in Texas LOL
 
chefann said:
Thanks, everyone!

Miami just doesn't hold any appeal to me (sorry to those who live near there - you'd be the only reason I'd want to go), nor do Mexico or Paris. And I'm just too lazy, frankly, for a trip to happen this year.

KG- there's a TJ's much closer to you that you can boycott. The one in Glendale on Port Washington at Bayshore Mall. That one is much more convenient for your boycottage.
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But your fruit hat would be perfect for Miami!;)
 
chefann said:
And it's too bad that the 2 new meals I've made this week that DH really liked were based on TJ's sauces, cuz I'll have to go and get more. Of course, I can go to the other location so I don't have to run into the manager again. (I'm such a chicken.)
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I'd go JUST to run into him. Then we he sees the other hires less than fully enthusiastic about the products and you STILL shopping there despite being turned down, he'll KNOW he missed a good thing.
 
This is getting like an Anthony Robbins book gone wrong.
 
I was in Indianapolis today. I drove right by the TJ's. I mentally blew them a raspberry. I would have physically blown a raspberry, but the woman in my line of sight would probably have wondered why the lady in the PC van was doing that to her. :)
 
Ann, sorry to hear you didn't get the job...totally their loss!
 
raebates said:
I was in Indianapolis today. I drove right by the TJ's. I mentally blew them a raspberry. I would have physically blown a raspberry, but the woman in my line of sight would probably have wondered why the lady in the PC van was doing that to her. :)
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Oh, great, now they'll be selling Rae's Raspberry Jam.
 
chefann said:
That one is much more convenient for your boycottage.
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Ok....where is this boy cottage?
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http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w169/baychef_album/george.jpg

It's KG's boy toy!!!!
 
Ann, I have got to read over this thread...it sounds to me that we may have to open up a big can of
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