Yes, it's true (like I would make it up or something)

This is not new...it's been going on for years. Most of the time there is one pilot and one HR rep who looks like a 20-something intern. When there aren't enough 20-something interns, they use FAs. In one very recent case, the FA had been at JB only a few months. So, yes, you are being judged by a pilot (mostly), but you are also subject to the criticism of someone who knows very little about pilot roles and responsibilities.

Compare that to an interview at Delta: Delta has one very senior pilot, one retired Captain and an HR rep who is VERY experienced...30+ years in the airline business. You can see an immediate difference in the level of professionalism. Again, just another indicator in the level of airline maturity.

This is just the way it is here.