Despite not offering nearly as many products as traditional grocery stores, Trader Joe’s has some of the most devout shoppers in the U.S. The chain is also an outstanding employer.
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Over the past three years, Trader Joe’s has appeared as a top company on Glassdoor, with 84 respondents saying they’d recommend working there to a friend, Business Insider reported.
But how much do Trader Joe’s employees make? “In general, we offer above minimum wage,” a Trader Joe’s spokesperson told Business Insider. The spokesperson noted wages vary depending on the store’s location.
According to the Trader Joe’s website, the company provides a performance review for each “Crew” twice a year. On average, workers have the potential to receive a 7% annual increase. Workers also receive up to a 20% discount on all products, paid time off (five to ten days per year) and the option of a company-funded 401(k) retirement plan.
There’s also health insurance, including medical, dental and vision plans, and the company promotes based on performance. According to Trader Joe’s, 78% of Mates (supervisors) started as Crew, and 100% of Captains (store managers) were promoted from Mate. Trader Joe’s also offers leadership training, scholarship programs, relocations and transfers, employee assistance programs and more.
Business Insider reviewed self-reported salaries for several roles on PayScale and Glassdoor. Crew members can earn up to $20 per hour depending on the store location, while Captains can make six figures per year. Below are the average rates:
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Crew members
Glassdoor: $15 per hour
PayScale: $14.26
Trader Joe’s website: $11 to $20, based on location
Sign artists and graphic designers
Glassdoor: $19 per hour
PayScale: $73,552 per year
Mates
Glassdoor: $24
PayScale: $18.30
Trader Joe’s website: $18 to $30, based on location
Captains
Glassdoor: $111,767 per year
PayScale: $88,086
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