I completely agree with your point having two interviews for a straightforward retail role feels excessive. For a position that mainly requires customer service skills, reliability, and basic retail knowledge, an online application followed by a single group interview should be more than enough to assess fit. Adding another round with the assistant manager often just prolongs the process unnecessarily, especially when turnover in retail is high and speed matters. Streamlined hiring not only respects applicants’ time but also helps employers fill roles faster and reduce frustration