Employees
Trader Joe's pays above-union wages: as of 2010, full-time crew members can start at $12–25,000 per year and store managers can earn in the "low six figures." It contributes to an employee's standard 401(k) plan. As of 2004, pay for entry-level part-timers was $8 to $10 an hour.
Trader Joe's also offers health insurance benefits (dental, vision, and medical) to part-time employees and their dependents. Part-time employees must work 900 hours per year (an average of 20 hours per week) and be employed for a minimum of three months consecutively to qualify. All part-time employees are evaluated every six months with the possibility of a pay increase. They also receive a 10 percent discount on items bought at the store.
Instead of public address systems, Trader Joe's uses a bell system to communicate. One bell means that another check stand needs to be opened. Two bells means that any possible help is needed. Three bells notifies any manager of assistance needed.
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