Publix recognized as one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Retail

Nov. 05, 2021

We have been named one of the 2021 Best Workplaces in Retail by Fortune, ranking No. 5 of the 15 best large retail workplaces. With more than 1,280 stores across 7 states, our associates named our resources, culture and giving back as reasons they enjoy working here.

“Our company was founded over 90 years ago on philosophies and principles that still guide us today,” said Director of Communications Maria Brous. “We care about the well-being of our associates by providing them with the tools they need to be successful and thrive, in their jobs and lives.” 

As the largest employee-owned grocery retailer in the country, we offer our associates the unique opportunity to become company owners through our employee stock ownership and employee stock purchase plans. Associates are also supported in furthering their education with tuition reimbursement benefits and are offered a variety of career paths and opportunities for advancement. 

Over the past year, we recognized associates for their commitment to providing premier service by issuing Publix gift cards several times and accelerating our annual pay increases. We also enhanced our benefits to meet our associates’ needs and hired thousands of new associates, encouraging many who had found themselves unexpectedly without work to apply. Additionally, associates were encouraged to get the COVID-19 vaccine, and those who chose to be vaccinated were thanked for doing their part with a $125 Publix gift card. 

In addition to being passionately devoted to our associates and customers, we are committed to alleviating hunger and helping the environment and the communities we serve. We give nourishing fresh produce and nonperishable food to local food banks and monetary support to nonprofits. We also encourage our associates to serve their local communities during its 2 annual Publix Serves Weeks, when associates volunteer together across our entire footprint. Additionally, we believe in making responsible choices that positively affect the environment. Sustainability is ingrained in our culture and guides our decisions in supporting initiatives like our donation to protect, restore and conserve areas of the Florida Everglades.

Great Place to Work analyzed survey feedback representing more than 1.3 million employees working in the retail industry in the United States. Questions focused on employees’ experiences with their companies, including innovation, company values and effectiveness of leaders.

To read more about our ranking and see the full list, visit the Best Workplaces in Retail list on Fortune’s website.