CINCINNATI (WXIX / Gray News) – Kroger will provide financial incentives to his staff to encourage them to receive the COVID-19 vaccine.
The Cincinnati-based supermarket chain announced the $ 100 one-time payment on Friday, saying it will go to all partners who receive “the full doses of the COVID-19 vaccine recommended by the Cincinnati. manufacturer. ”
Appropriate immunization is required.
Companions who do not receive the vaccine for medical or religious reasons will have the option of completing an educational health and safety course in order to receive their payment, the company says.
Kroger has nearly 500,000 companions across the company. The country’s largest revenue-generating supermarket, it operates under 26 brands in 35 states.
“We know that the most effective protection against this pandemic comes in the form of the COVID-19 vaccine and the continuation of the strict safety measures we have put in place. across our stores, manufacturing facilities and supply chain, ”said Kroger, Chief Medical Officer. Marc Watkins said.
“We strongly urge all buyers and partners to be vaccinated to prevent the spread of COVID-19, and will do all we can to ensure they have access as soon as possible. available. ”
Separately, the company says it will distribute $ 50 million to allies over its footprint, including $ 100 store credit and 1,000 fuel points for an hour-long grocery, supply chain , manufacturing, pharmacy and call centers.
The prizes will be uploaded to loyalty cards February 11.
The company says it spent $ 1.5 billion rewarding frontline partners and protecting the health of its partners and customers by 2020.
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