I applied in-person. The process took 3 days. I interviewed at Safeway (Davis, CA) in May 2021
Interview
The interview process was direct and welcoming. Also, if you are prepared to answer the hard questions then the opportunity may be closer than you think. The interviewer seemed to strictly be looking for someone with open availability for shifts throughout the week, which is not as accommodating for some college students.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Do you have open availability to work any hours throughout the week and willing to work 6 days per week?
I applied online. The process took 1 week. I interviewed at Safeway (Pleasanton, CA) in Jan 2022
Interview
The panel was well informed on business priorities, focus areas and culture. Well prepared interview panel overall. Seemed like a great culture and solid people leadership. Focus on customer first and driven to support all food need for their current and potential customers.
I applied through an employee referral. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Safeway (Pleasanton, CA) in Sept 2015
Interview
Panel interview with 2 - 3 people. They take turns asking you standard questions from their HR guidebook. It lasts about 1-1/2 to 2 hours. All questions are "fit" and "experience-based" questions, designed almost like a mini-case interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Tell me about a time when you had to work creatively to solve a complex problem? What was the situation, your thought process, the action you took and result?