Went to a hiring event at a local hotel. Actually declined a different interview because I felt like I exceeded all the requirements they were asking for and thought this was a better fit for me, couldn't be more wrong. Bring your resume with you, fill out an application and no direct "interview" took place. Pretty much just growing their circle of applicants. First question was can I lift 45 lbs which I absolutely can and responded with. Then as if I didn't think things had gone south prior when I was the only one left in the room and heard the two women hosting the event snickering while talking out previous applicants that had just left, it went into the deep end. (Also, just as you judge applicants as they walk through the door; applicants are judging YOU. Not a good look to be talking badly in front of someone looking for work through you.) It was apparent to me things were becoming a bit sexist. I was told they didn't think I'd be able to handle the mopping, cleaning of bathrooms, and taking out the trash on top of the lifting. Just cause someone is a "pretty face" doesn't mean they won't get their hands dirty, did these tasks in previous jobs. I was honestly completely disgusted by what was coming out of her mouth, it was one reason after another for not being a good fit when I felt perfectly qualified with my experience for their position and what they were asking. Her last excuse was they could offer me a chance to interview for an associate job with opportunities for growth because it would really help if I knew more about the store and the way it worked before becoming a manager trainee. Like I said one excuse after another, because if that was the case, why would you host a hiring event and not hire from within??? I pride myself in being fair and was applaud by the experience enough to never step foot in one of their stores again on top of spreading the word so my friends and family don't spend a dime in there giving them any business. Such a disappointing experience I don't think I could put into words the impression it left on me. So females, beware. And Aldi, be conscious of those you have working for you running these events. The behavior I experienced, from one assosciate in partcular (seemed like she was egging it on) was astonishing. Not the person you want to recruit others with behavior and communication skills like that.