HOUSTON – Grocery store employees across Texas and the Houston area have been working hard to keep shelves stocked so people can find what they need.
Friday, H-E-B announced that in order to show those employees gratitude for their hard work and commitment, they will be giving all hourly store, manufacturing, warehouse and transportation employees a $2 per hour raise.
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In a statement on Twitter, the company said that Texas relies on H-E-B and the company relies on its workers to keep things running smoothly.
“We understand it is our responsibility to provide essential services to our customers during a time when so many other businesses have not been able to stay open or have had to scale back operations significantly,” H-E-B said. “H-E-B partners come together during times of crisis to take care of each other and our customers. This is the Spirit of H-E-B.”
The pay raise – which they are calling “Texas Proud Pay” -- went into effect Monday and will last through April 12.
We are proud to announce that that all hourly store, manufacturing, warehouse and transportation Partners will receive $2/hour Texas Proud Pay effective 3/16-4/12 to recognize their hard work and thank them for their commitment as they help serve our customers & communities. 1/3
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