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Trader Joe’s is a national chain of neighborhood grocery stores. We are committed to providing our customers outstanding value in the form of the best quality products at the best everyday prices. Through our rewarding products and knowledgeable, friendly Crew Members, we have been transforming grocery shopping into a welcoming journey full of discovery and fun since 1967. read more
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Trader Joes has traded it's integrity for profits. Used to be a place that takes care of its own. The pandemic changed that drastically.
What does the leadership team need to get better at?
Assessing the value of an individual employee.
What is most positive about the culture and environment at your company?
The genuine interactions with people. TJs honestly has a toxic positivity work culture, where people have been written up and lost a raise for not smiling enough, or because their attitude didn't live up to a vague standard.
Why do you feel undervalued and what would make you feel better about your compensation?
I get paid $1 more than the minimum starting wage and I've been with the store for 5 years. I would certainly feel better if I wasn't training newbies who are making more than I am, and if half an hour of lateness over 6 months wasn't enough to lose me my raise.
What are some of the best things about your team?
The people. A lot of the time it's not the individual managers that are the problem, but the way the company is run. I know most of my managers are good people who know what the right thing is, but they have to protect their own jobs and do something they might not agree with.
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