Hey Thanks, Trader Joe’s Crew Members,
When I first heard about the wonders of Trader Joe’s, I was skeptical. Could great food, prices and employees really be under one roof? It was true, and like so many others, I was immediately smitten with the Green Hills store when it opened in 2008.
From fresh-cut flowers to pumpkin pancake mix and reliable wine options, my twice- and thrice-weekly trips were made even better when you offered samples of new products that weren’t on my list but went straight into the cart. You wore Hawaiian shirts and gave out stickers to kids. You were always courteous and friendly, escorting me to those dark-chocolate-covered espresso beans I could never find. Thanks to you, grocery shopping was no longer a chore but an adventure.
I hope Trader Joe’s knows how fortunate they are to have you, so-called crew members, representing the company, and now more than ever. Since the pandemic began, you have gone above and beyond to keep me and other customers safe and comfortable. I wasn’t surprised to learn that “my” store was a leader, company-wide and citywide, in limiting the number of shoppers inside. And in the earliest days of the COVID-19 shutdown, when everyone was on edge, you gave us bouquets!
After eight months, you still do all you can to make our experience less stressful in this COVID-weary world. Thank you for adhering to your one-in-one-out policy and for keeping your shelves stocked and your store clean.Thank you for always smiling and asking “How’s your day?” Everything you do sets the tone and creates an environment where people act responsibly, follow the one-way arrows and respect one another.
From the moment you greet us in the line to the second you fetch our carts, you are there for all of us. I’m a fan for life.
—Holly Hoffman
Associate Editor, Nfocus
