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It's time to show your appreciation for all the hardworking supermarket employees on Supermarket Employee Day on Feb. 22! This special day has been around since the early 2000s, when it was created to recognize and celebrate the efforts of those who work in supermarkets. From stocking shelves to serving customers, these individuals play an essential role in ensuring that we have access to our favorite products. So why not take some time out of your day to give thanks and appreciation to your local supermarket employees – they certainly deserve it!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1915</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Inception of Supermarkets</div><div class='timeline-text'>American entrepreneur Clarence Saunders opened the first modern supermarket, Piggly Wiggly, in Memphis, Tennessee.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1930</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Supermarket Explosion</div><div class='timeline-text'>The supermarket industry exploded in the United States during the 1930s, leading to widespread employment in the sector.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1950s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Supermarket Labor Movements</div><div class='timeline-text'>Numerous labor movements within supermarkets took place in the 1950s to improve working conditions and wages for supermarket employees.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1975</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Employee Rights and Benefits</div><div class='timeline-text'>Several notable supermarkets implemented better employee rights and benefit programs, significantly improving working conditions.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Supermarket Employee Day Creation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Supermarket Employee Day is created in the early 2000s to acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of supermarket employees.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Send thank you cards</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Send out thank you cards to the supermarket employees who have made a difference in your shopping experience. Let them know how much you appreciate their hard work.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Gift a small token of appreciation</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Bring a small token of appreciation for the supermarket employees. This could be something as simple as a box of chocolates or a gift card to their favorite store.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize an employee appreciation event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize an employee appreciation event at the supermarket. This could include anything from a potluck dinner, to a movie night, or even a game night.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Give out coupons</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Give out coupons to the supermarket employees on Supermarket Employee Day. This could be anything from free items to discounts on purchases.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Show your gratitude via social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take to social media and show your gratitude for the hardworking supermarket employees by tagging them in posts or writing thank you messages.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Supermarket employees are essential workers</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Supermarket employees are on the frontline of the pandemic, helping to keep shelves stocked and customers safe. Celebrating them for their tireless efforts and dedication is the least we can do to show our appreciation.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They have great customer service</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether it's answering questions, helping locate items or just providing a friendly smile, supermarket employees always go out of their way to provide excellent customer service. They make shopping as enjoyable and stress free as possible - something that is much appreciated in these challenging times!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They help us save money</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Every day, supermarket employees go above and beyond when it comes to helping customers find special deals and discounts that will save them money. From daily specials to loyalty programs, they are always willing to lend a hand in finding the best bargains around!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The first true supermarket in the United States opened in 1930</h3><p class='facts-content'>The King Kullen Grocery Company, located in New York, is considered by the Smithsonian Institution as America's first supermarket as it met all the criteria of self-service, separate departments, discount pricing, marketing and volume sales.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Supermarket employees perform a variety of jobs</h3><p class='facts-content'>From checking out groceries and restocking shelves to designing floral arrangements and baking bread, supermarket employees perform a wide variety of roles within the store.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Supermarkets use psychological strategies to entice purchases</h3><p class='facts-content'>Strategies include placing essential items on opposite ends of the store to encourage customers to pass more merchandise, playing slow music to increase shopping time, and placing high margin departments like floral and bakery near the front for first impressions.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>The barcodes scanned by supermarket cashiers has a name: Universal Product Code (UPC)</h3><p class='facts-content'>UPC, introduced in 1974, is used worldwide for tracking trade items in stores. Its design is made up of 12 numerical digits, each uniquely assigned to each trade item.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Supermarkets are becoming more eco-friendly</h3><p class='facts-content'>Many supermarkets are now implementing measures to become more eco-friendly. This includes using energy efficient refrigeration, reducing plastic bag and packaging waste, and promoting locally sourced produce.</p></div></div>
Supermarket Employee Day is celebrated on February 22 every year. In 2024, Supermarket Employee Day will occur on a Thursday.
2023
Feb 22
Wednesday
2024
Feb 22
Thursday
2025
Feb 22
Saturday
2026
Feb 22
Sunday
2027
Feb 22
Monday
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