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Kroger Family of Companies Hiring 18,000 Associates for Roles that Enhance the Customer Experience

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Kroger (NYSE: KR) announced on Oct. 20, 2025 that the Kroger Family of Companies is hiring more than 18,000 associates for customer-facing holiday roles including cashiers, baggers, deli/bakery clerks and pharmacy technicians.

The company highlighted workforce investments: wages and benefits increased 38% over seven years, a tuition reimbursement program up to $21,000, cumulative tuition support of $64 million with 89% of recipients hourly, plus training, health resources and scheduling/perk programs.

Kroger (NYSE: KR) ha annunciato il 20 ottobre 2025 che la Kroger Family of Companies sta assumendo oltre 18.000 dipendenti per ruoli holiday a contatto con i clienti, tra cui cassieri, bagger, addetti al banco gastronomia/panetteria e tecnici di farmacia.

L'azienda ha evidenziato investimenti nella forza lavoro: salari e benefici aumentati del 38% in sette anni, un programma di rimborso delle tasse scolastiche fino a $21.000, supporto cumulativo per l'istruzione di $64 milioni con l'89% dei destinatari pagati a ore, oltre a formazione, risorse sanitarie e programmi di orari/premi.

Kroger (NYSE: KR) anunció el 20 de octubre de 2025 que la familia de compañías Kroger está contratando a más de 18.000 asociados para roles de atención al cliente durante las fiestas, incluyendo cajeros, empacadores, personal de mostrador de charcutería/panadería y técnicos de farmacia.

La empresa destacó inversiones en la fuerza laboral: salarios y beneficios aumentaron un 38% en siete años, un programa de reembolso de matrícula de hasta $21,000, apoyo acumulativo para matrícula de $64 millones con 89% de los beneficiarios remunerados por hora, además de formación, recursos de salud y programas de horarios/beneficios.

Kroger (NYSE: KR)2025년 10월 20일에 Kroger 가족의 기업군이 고객 대면 명절 직무를 위해 18,000명 이상의 직원을 채용하고 있다고 발표했습니다. 해당 직무에는 계산원, 포장원, 델리/제과 코너 직원 및 약국 기술자가 포함됩니다.

회사는 인력 투자에 대해 다음과 같이 강조했습니다: 임금과 혜택이 7년간 38% 증가, 최대 $21,000까지의 학자금 상환 프로그램, 누적 학자금 지원 $64백만89%의 수혜자가 시간당 급여를 받는 등, 교육, 보건 자원 및 일정/특전 프로그램도 제공됩니다.

Kroger (NYSE: KR) a annoncé le 20 octobre 2025 que Kroger Family of Companies recrute plus de 18 000 collaborateurs pour des rôles saisonniers en contact avec la clientèle, notamment caissiers, emballeurs, commis du rayon épicerie/charcuterie/pâtisserie et techniciens en pharmacie.

L'entreprise a mis en évidence ses investissements dans la main-d'œuvre : les salaires et les avantages ont augmenté de 38% sur sept ans, un programme de remboursement des frais de scolarité jusqu'à $21.000, un soutien cumulé à la scolarité de $64 millions avec 89% des bénéficiaires payés à l’heure, ainsi que des formations, des ressources en santé et des programmes d'horaires/avantages.

Kroger (NYSE: KR) gab am 20. Oktober 2025 bekannt, dass die Kroger-Familie von Companies mehr als 18.000 Mitarbeitende für kundennahe Feiertagsrollen einstellt, darunter Kassierer, Einpacker, Personal des Delikatessen-/Backwarenbereichs und pharmazeutisch-technische Assistenten.

Das Unternehmen hob Investitionen in die Belegschaft hervor: Löhne und Leistungen stiegen in sieben Jahren um 38%, ein Studienrückerstattungsprogramm bis zu $21.000, kumulative Studienunterstützung von $64 Millionen mit 89% der Empfänger, die stundenweise bezahlt werden, sowie Schulungen, Gesundheitsressourcen und Planungs-/Vorteilsprogramme.

Kroger (NYSE: KR) أعلن في 20 أكتوبر 2025 أن عائلة شركات Kroger ستوظّف أكثر من 18,000 موظف في وظائف موسمية تتعامل مع العملاء وتشمل أمناء الصندوق، وبائعين، وموظفي أقسام السلع المعلبة/المخابز، وفنيي صيدلة.

وأبرزت الشركة الاستثمارات في القوة العاملة: ارتفعت الأجور والمزايا بنسبة 38% خلال سبع سنوات، وبرنامج تعويض الرسوم الدراسية حتى $21,000، ودعم تعليم تراكمّي قدره $64 مليون مع 89% من المستفيدين يُدفعون بالساعة، إضافة إلى التدريب وموارد الصحة وبرامج الجداول/المزايا.

Kroger (NYSE: KR)2025年10月20日 宣布 Kroger 家族公司正在为客户服务的节日岗位招聘超过 18,000 名员工,包括收银员、打包员、熟食/面包房柜台员工和药房技术员。

公司强调了对劳动力的投资:工资和福利在七年中增长了 38%,提供最高 $21,000 的学费报销计划,总学费支持金额为 $64 百万89% 的受助人按小时计酬,以及培训、健康资源和排班/福利计划。

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  • Hiring >18,000 associates for holiday and ongoing roles
  • Wages and benefits +38% over the last seven years
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $21,000 per associate
  • $64 million contributed to tuition programs; 89% of recipients are hourly
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Retailer invites prospective associates to unwrap a career this holiday season

CINCINNATI, Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced its Family of Companies are seeking to hire more than 18,000 associates to prepare for the busy holiday season and beyond. Explore fulfilling customer-facing roles like cashiers, baggers, deli bakery clerks, pharmacy technicians and more. 

"Our incredible associates are the heart of Kroger, serving our customers with dedication every day," said Tim Massa, executive vice president and chief associate experience officer. "As we enter this special season of giving and gratitude, we're excited to welcome new associates to join us in providing fresh, affordable food and exceptional customer experiences. Whether it is a warm smile, a helping hand or a recipe recommendation, our associates play a vital role in creating moments that matter during the holiday season and beyond."

The Kroger Co. has been honored by Handshake for excellence in early career hiring, earned recognition as One of America's Most Trustworthy Companies by Newsweek and ranked among Computerworld's Top 100 best places to work in IT for seven years.

Visit krogerfamilycareers.com to learn more about pursuing a career in roles that enhance the customer experience at Kroger.

The Kroger Family of Companies offers resources, benefits and training, to support and develop associates:

  • Wages & Benefits: Kroger provides comprehensive compensation packages, including competitive salaries and wages, affordable healthcare and retirement savings plans. Over the last seven years, the company has increased wages and comprehensive benefits by 38%.
  • Continued Education & Tuition Reimbursement: Kroger offers tuition reimbursement program, offering up to $21,000 for both part-time and full-time associates, covers GED courses to Ph.D. programs. Since its inception, this program has contributed more than $64 million to empower associates at the Kroger Family of Companies further their education with 89% of the recipients being hourly associates.  
  • Training & Development: Kroger offers on-demand, role-specific training and resources through internal channels and modern learning platforms, as well as leadership, career advancement and diversity and inclusion training. 
  • Health & Wellness: Kroger continues to support associates' safety, health and well-being. Associates have access to resources like Magellan Health that is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week and offers free counseling sessions, and BetterHelp virtual counseling.  
  • Financial Wellness: Kroger offers free, confidential financial counseling support, giving associates access to coaches as well as online tools and resources to create a savings plan, learn how to avoid common financial pitfalls and explore opportunities to maximize all available company benefits. 
  • Perks & Discounts: Kroger provides flexible scheduling, discounts on groceries, electronics, streaming services, travel and more.  

Associate Spotlight: Meet Chelsey, Kroger Cake Decorator

When Chelsey was looking for a part-time job after becoming a mother, she came to Kroger. Starting out in the bakery, the team quickly discovered Chelsey's talent for decorating cakes and soon she was putting her creative skills to use decorating beautiful cakes for customers' special occasions. Chelsey loves the flexibility of her role that allows her to be the mom she wants to be for her kids and making connections with customers. Learn more about Chelsey here.

Those seeking a fresh opportunity like Chelsey's are invited to apply using the mobile-friendly candidate experience, which makes it easier than ever to find the perfect role, seamlessly apply using profile import capabilities from LinkedIn or Indeed and join our team – quickly.

Visit krogerfamilycareers.com to learn more about pursuing a career at Kroger.

About Kroger
At The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), we are dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit™. We are, across our family of companies more than 400,000 associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through an eCommerce experience and retail food stores under a variety of banner names, serving America through food inspiration and uplift, and creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities. To learn more about us, visit our newsroom and investor relations site.  

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FAQ

How many associates is Kroger (KR) hiring for the 2025 holiday season?

Kroger is hiring more than 18,000 associates for customer-facing and support roles.

What wage and benefit changes did Kroger (KR) report on Oct. 20, 2025?

Kroger said it has increased wages and comprehensive benefits by 38% over seven years.

What tuition reimbursement does Kroger (KR) offer to associates?

Kroger offers tuition reimbursement of up to $21,000 for part-time and full-time associates.

How much has Kroger (KR) invested in its tuition program and who benefits?

Kroger reported more than $64 million contributed to the tuition program, with 89% of recipients being hourly associates.

Where can applicants apply for Kroger (KR) holiday jobs in October 2025?

Applicants can apply via the mobile-friendly portal at krogerfamilycareers.com.

What types of customer-facing roles is Kroger (KR) recruiting for in 2025?

Open roles include cashiers, baggers, deli and bakery clerks, pharmacy technicians and other customer-facing positions.
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