Stew Leonard's Continues to Excel as a Top Company to Work For

Strategic Insights -

Stew Leonard's, a family-owned and operated food store, has once again been named one of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" by FORTUNE magazine, holding steady at No. 30 for the third consecutive year. Founded on the principles of S.T.E.W. (Satisfy the customer; Teamwork gets it done; Excellence makes it better; WOW makes it fun), the company prioritizes its team members' success through extensive training programs, benefits, and educational opportunities. With 2,000 team members across its four locations, Stew Leonard's is committed to creating a great place to work and shop.

Key Takeaways:

  • Stew Leonard's has been named to FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list for the third consecutive year, ranking No. 30 in 2004, No. 30 in 2003, and No. 22 in 2002.
  • Only 25 companies have made FORTUNE's list every year since its inception, with Stew Leonard's being one of the five grocery stores to receive this recognition in 2004.
  • The company's unique features include 80% fresh products sold daily, an in-store dairy plant, costumed characters, and a continuous aisle winding through the store.
  • Stew Leonard's offers extensive training programs, benefits, and educational opportunities to its 2,000 team members, making it a great place to work and shop.
  • The company is family-owned and operated, with a fourth location slated to open in East Farmingdale, Long Island in early 2005.

Statistics:

  • Stew Leonard's has 2,000 team members across its four locations.
  • The company offers 80% fresh products sold daily.
  • Only 25 companies have made FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For" list every year since its inception.

Sources:

  • "FORTUNE's '100 Best Companies to Work For' 2004" by FORTUNE magazine (January 12, 2004 issue)
  • PR Newswire press release (December 29, 2003)
  • Stew Leonard's official website (www.stewleonards.com)