SpartanNash has begun a program to hire displaced workers and students in its retail stores within its distribution network, report Supermarket News. “During this unprecedented time of growing consumer need and uncertainty, SpartanNash is on the frontlines ensuring our customers have access to the food, medicine and household goods they need,” interim president and CEO Dennis Eidson said. “Our family of associates is working hard to keep our independent customers, military commissaries and our own retail stores’ shelves stocked with household essentials and to continue to serve as a trusted provider of food products." Qualified candidates can apply for immediate interviews and on-the-spot hiring at retail stores and distribution centers. SpartanNash said the positions could turn into permanent career opportunities.
California-based Raley’s is also looking at hiring more store associates and other employees during the coronavirus crisis. “Raley’s recognizes the important role our stores play in serving our communities during these challenging times,” the chain said in a statement. “That’s why we’re seeking to immediately increase our workforce by several hundred team members to support store operations, including our ecommerce business. The new team members will assist our existing teams in our stores, keeping them running smoothly, and helping us meet growing customer demands, both in-store and online. We recognize there are likely many displaced employees from other service sectors who can benefit from this immediate opportunity to help serve their community, and we encourage them to apply.”
Natural Grocers has announced a $1 per hour raise for all hourly employees starting March 23. In addition, it will pay a discretionary bonus to all crew. The company is also actively hiring temporary full-time stocking and cleaning positions at all 157 of its stores. “We are living and working in extraordinary times, and the news regarding the coronavirus pandemic is confusing, worrying and unfortunately driving uncertainty and fear. During these times, it is even more important that we support each other and acknowledge each other for being there for our communities and each other,” said Heather Isely, executive vice president at Natural Grocers. “We greatly appreciate the hard and dedicated work that our teams have put in over the last weeks,” she added. Full Story
Related: Grocers Make Accommodations as Coronavirus Spreads; Walmart, H-E-B Donate to Communities, Organizations in Need.
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