Vital Farms is a Certified B Corp that sources and markets delicious, high-quality, ethically-sourced egg and dairy products nationwide. We started on a single family-farm in Austin, TX in 2007, with 20 Rhode Island hens and a drive to raise the standards in sustainable agriculture. Today Vital Farms THE leading producer of pasture raised eggs, partnering with more than 200 family farms, and selling into over 16,000 grocery stores around the country. We believe that a healthy bottom line is the result of healthy business practices, and we care deeply about supporting all our stakeholders. This includes our crew, our consumers, our retailers, and of course our happy hens and contented cows. We bring together a diverse crew of people that believes in the power humility, ownership, growth, and empathy. Through collaboration, a bias for action, and a pioneering spirit, the Vital Farms crew has led the egg industry revolution. read more

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Joining Vital Farms - Employee Onboarding

Employee Sentiment

The prevailing opinion from Comparably users in Austin about their company is that it was very prepared on their first day. Austin employees concluded that their overall onboarding experience was positive. 76% said their direct manager was helpful with their acclimation during the first 90 days. First impressions are important, and how prepared a company is on your first day leaves a lasting impression.

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Did you have a positive onboarding experience when you were hired at your current company?

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How prepared was your company on your first day of onboarding?

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Was your direct manager helpful with your onboarding during your first 90 days?

Meet Your Managers

Your direct manager highly affects your experience at a company; overall managers at Vital Farms are rated a D. At Vital Farms most employees said they received feedback once a quarter or every week. 50% of employees also said they felt comfortable giving their managers feedback. Learn More about your managers at Vital Farms.

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Every week	33%
Once a month	0%
Once a quarter	67%
Once a year	0%
Never	0%

How often do you get valuable feedback on how to improve at work?

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Does your boss expect you to work when you're on vacation?

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Yes	50%
No	50%

Do you feel comfortable giving your boss negative feedback?

Negotiate Salary

If you think you and your skill set should be valued higher than your offer, negotiate your salary! 51% of men and 42% of women on Comparably said they negotiated their salaries. On average, Vital Farms employees earn $127,897. Vital Farms ranks in the Top 50% for compensation in Austin. Learn More about Salaries at Vital Farms.

Average Salaries at Vital Farms by Department

$189k*

Product

^* Estimated salaries Estimated salaries are based on data provided anonymously by employees and/or estimated by other statistical methods.

Get Acclimated

Now that you’ve joined Vital Farms, get acclimated. Is lunch a social time or do people sit at their desks?

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What's the main reason you stay at your current company?

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How long do you take for lunch breaks?

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Once a week	33%
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Once a quarter	34%
Never	33%

How often do you socialize with team members outside of work?

Professional Development

Vital Farms ranks in the Top 50% of companies for professional development in Austin. 100% of employees feel as though Vital Farms is beneficial to their continuous career growth, and 100% said they had a mentor at the office. Learn More about Professional Development at Vital Farms.

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Do you have a mentor at work?

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Does your current company provide you meaningful opportunities for career advancement?

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