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Harris Teeter
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Overview
Harris Teeter is a supermarket chain that operates in seven states with over 260 locations. Ranked #34 in the 2012 "Top 75 Retailers & Wholesalers" by Supermarket News, it has become a household name since its creation during the Great Depression. Originally, this business venture was composed of two separate corporations, Harris Drugs and Teeters Food Mart, but soon merged to create a store that was unlike any other at the time.
Family has always been front and center at Harris Teeter and the company’s desire to build a culture of inclusion is one of the reasons that employees choose to work there. The organization places a strong emphasis on diversity and personal relationships both among staff members and within each respective community.
In 2013, Harris Teeter was acquired by Kroger for $2.4 billion yet allowed each store to operate under the original name. Most store locations have been able to stay on the cutting edge of competition by offering online orders and pickup services as well as providing exceptional customer service and low prices.
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Number of Employees
Headquartered in Matthews, North Carolina, Harris Teeter employs approximately 30,000 associates.
Date Founded
In 1936, William Thomas Harris opened Harris Super Market and was the first store in North Carolina to allow customers to select groceries off the shelves themselves rather than handing a list to a clerk.
Three years later, Willis L. Teeter began his own grocery venture and founded Teeters Food Mart.
Between the two men, a total of 15 stores were operational in the area, and after meeting at an NC Food Dealers Association event, both Harris and Teeter decided to join forces. Their merger was finalized in February 1960.
Company Mission Statement
Harris Teeter places a very strong emphasis on their leadership both at the store level and also within their community. Each location is active in supporting United Way and the Muscular Dystrophy Association.
Rod Antolock, president of Harris Teeter, describes their mission in this way:
"Diversity and inclusion are naturally woven throughout the framework of Harris Teeter, starting with our own associates and the customers that we serve. Respecting our associates as individuals by valuing their differences and similarities is an integral part of our business strategy and serves to strengthen our company. On every level of our organization, we will build a qualified workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities. In doing so, we recognize that creative energies and ideas generated by a diverse group of associates will always exceed those of anyone particular group. We will continue to strengthen our supplier diversity initiative. With these dynamics in place, the merchandising and marketing of Harris Teeter products and services are truly reflective of the diversity of our culture."
Industry
Harris Teeter is an American supermarket chain with 260 stores in the South Atlantic part of the country.
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FAQ
The hiring age at Harris Teeter is dependent on the department, as individuals as young as 16 may be eligible to work as cashiers or in the produce department. Other departments, including meat and deli, require that an individual is 18 years or older.
Most Harris Teeter locations will require a drug test after you accept their employment offer. Many stores also require employees to undergo random drug testing every three to six months, although this will vary by state.
Given the wide range of employment opportunities at Harris Teeter, wages can vary dramatically. Cashiers and stockers tend to make approximately $9.23 per hour while a Meat Manager could make $19.10 per hour. Other positions are salaried as well, with Warehouse Managers earning an average of $76,543 annually.
Depending on the specific job position, the requirements to work at Harris Teeter will vary. In general, individuals can be hired with little to no experience and need to be able to stand for long periods of time. Some positions require specialized knowledge or the ability to lift heavy items regularly.
This question will likely only apply to cashier and managerial positions. They simply want to know if you've had any issues with money handling in the past and if you're familiar with POS systems.
A good employer knows that we all learn and take in information differently. Some people can learn new tasks when instructions are spoken to them, whereas others like to take notes or perhaps be shown how to do something. The way you answer this question will demonstrate to your employer the best way to communicate with you.
Similar to the previous question, your answer may reveal how you best like to be taught. It's also a less common interview question, so it proves your ability to think on your feet as well.
Go ahead and toot your own horn on this one! Your answer can vary wildly from personal to professional achievement, but it shows your capacity for growth and willingness to try new or difficult tasks.
Harris Teeter currently operates over 230 stores in seven states and the District of Columbia, so there is always room for fostering professional growth and climbing the ladder. Mention your professional goals during your interview, and show your interest in growth by asking your interviewer about potential possibilities in the future.
Harris Teeter is known for flexible working schedules, especially with students. This is simply a pragmatic question to see how they can best accommodate your schedule if they offer you the position.
