I applied through an employee referral. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at Hy-Vee (Newton, IA) in Jun 2014
Interview
fairly easy, they ask why you want to work there, what do you see yourself doing in five years, questions about their values and mission statement. the lady called me because I had a employee referall also she knew I had great customer service skills because she went threw drive threw while I worked at a fast food place
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.