DES MOINES, Iowa—Kum & Go is looking to add over 900 new store positions this year to fill spots in the family-owned convenience retailer’s refreshed brand and new fresh foodservice program, existing markets and new c-stores in Salt Lake City, Utah, and Grand Rapids, Michigan, later this year.
“My grandpa used to say, ‘People make the difference, and the difference is Kum & Go people.’ We are proud of the jobs and careers we offer to our associates. Competitive pay and benefits, a high internal promotion rate, and a culture that is consistently recognized as one that cares about its people,” said Tanner Krause, Kum & Go CEO.
Kum & Go launched its refreshed brand and new fresh-food program last year in Little Rock, Arkansas, and Omaha, Nebraska. The new menu includes made-to-order items like grain bowls and stackers, featuring premium meats and vegetables. The Des Moines and Ames markets are currently being transformed.
The convenience retailer plans to continue its expansion in 2023, entering Boise, Idaho.
“Kum & Go is bringing a fresh perspective to our customers, and our associates are the key to bringing that to life. As a company, we are proud to be investing in our communities to offer fresher, new stores and fresher, healthier food,” said Krause.
Openings will be for all store roles and will focus on foodservice positions at all levels, manager, full-time and part-time staff.
Kum & Go offers competitive wages, ranging from $14 to $17 per hour for full-time store associates in the Des Moines and Ames markets. Additionally, full-time associates are offered a benefits package including weekly pay, set schedules with consistent hours, a food and beverage discount, medical*, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k)*, paid time off*, tuition reimbursement*, career growth and development opportunities, and more! (*Select benefits provided upon eligibility requirements being met.)
The company is also will host numerous store hiring events where future associates can interview on location. Upcoming dates include:
- Tuesday, May 17, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – 1825 N Ankeny Blvd, Ankeny, Iowa
- Wednesday, May 18, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – 12041 Douglas Pkwy, Urbandale, Iowa
- Tuesday, May 24, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – 141 South Jordan Creek Pkwy, West Des Moines, Iowa
- Thursday, May 26, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – 1300 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines, Iowa
- Thursday, June 16, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. – 2110 Guthrie Ave, Des Moines, Iowa
“The opportunities our new food program provides to associates who aspire to make days better for their customers and fellow associates are new and unprecedented. The elevated nature of our Food Team Manager role provides more structure and leadership to our food teams, enhancing the development and career pathing of all associates,” said Reed Rainey, chief operating officer.