Working at Costco is cool and profitable
What bonuses does this store offer its employees?
Costco is the most popular chain store in Canada, about which we frequently write. All our readers are aware that you can buy a variety of high quality products: food, household chemicals, vitamins, clothes, etc. Did you know that Costco is on the list of top employers in Canada and offers employees various bonuses?
High wages
The minimum hourly rate at Costco is CAD 17.5. This figure is higher than in some provinces, and it also increases regularly. On average, Costco employees earn CAD 29.76 per hour. This is a decent wage even for Canada. It is considered one of the highest in the industry. Cashiers in this store can earn CAD 70,000 a year, which is higher than the national average wage. By comparison, that's what some bureaucrats earn.
Corporate cards and discounts
Costco employees and their family members are given a free store club membership. It allows them to shop at the store's branches around the world and receive exclusive discounts and offers. An annual club membership costs CAD 120 for store customers.
Access to new products
Store employees say they have access to its newest products before they go on sale. To help customers make a choice, they need to know the characteristics of the new products. To do that, they have to try them for themselves. That's why at Costco new candy, ice cream, pastries, fruit, etc. are tested by employees and their families.
Social package
Costco executives say they provide employees and their families with a full benefits package. It includes health insurance, which provides free dental, ENT, and eye care. The company also reimburses employees for the purchase of medications. It has disability and temporary disability benefits, so employees are confident that the company will take care of them if they get sick.
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