I applied in-person. The process took 1 day. I interviewed at Hy-Vee (Kansas City, MO) in Feb 2014
Interview
Was asked basic interview questions and hired after 10 mins. The manager was friendly and it felt like a normal conversation with a normal person. The training was easy, and I went to work the following week.
One interview with HR manager followed by a follow-up drug screen. Overall interview was basic information like employment history, what you are excited for followed by an expectation of hours worked and such.
Emailed me to come in, and then we went over basic interview questions - who are you, why do you want to work here, what are your skills, what are your plans. It's a grocery store, after all
The Hyvee interview process was quick and easy. It was low stress, relaxed, and space was allowed for questions. Hiring manager asked intriguing and important questions that required you to know what they were about and the type of employee they are looking for--a team player.