Fareway Stores
Boone, IA
Accommodation and Food Services
Founded 1938
1000+ employees
Our mission
To be the best in meat and grocery while serving with gratitude.
Reynolds Cramer
Other benefits
Perks
- Flexible Schedules
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Competitive Pay
- 13 paid holidays
- Affordable Health Insurance Options
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Telehealth
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
- Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
- Voluntary Accident Insurance
- Basic Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- Long Term Disability
- Bereavement Leave
- Paid Parental Leave
Culture
- Sundays Off
- Paid Absence Time Off
- Merit Based Pay Increases
- 19 paid holidays
Growth
- On the job training
- 401 (K) Savings Plan with Company Match
Transparency
What to expect when you apply
Fareway is a family-owned business, and a top 10 employer in Iowa, with over 12,000 employees in a seven-state region. At Fareway, we offer a wide range of benefits including competitive pay, Sundays off, flexible scheduling, and so much more! To view a full list of the benefits offered, please visit our Benefits page. We highly value our hardworking employees and offer a variety of opportunities for career growth from our retail- and corporate-based internships to our management training program.
Our hiring process*
Application
Interview
Onboarding and Screening
Application
Interview
Onboarding and Screening
*Typical hiring process. Steps may vary by role.
Work/Life balance
Why We’re Closed on Sundays
Fareway has always been closed on Sundays — a tradition rooted in our belief that everyone deserves a day to rest and spend time with loved ones. Our founder, Paul S. Beckwith, was inspired by his father’s story from the pioneer days: those who paused for rest on Sundays often fared better than those who didn’t. We honor that wisdom and continue to protect this time for our employees, customers, and partners.
Learn moreFamily First
As a family-owned business, we hold family values close and believe in treating our customers like family. That means showing care, respect, and gratitude in every interaction. From the way we greet you in our stores to the personalized service we provide.
Learn moreGreen From the Beginning
Fareway Stores recognized the importance of conserving our natural resources long before "green initiative" and "carbon footprint" became part of our everyday language. In 1955, we began heating our stores by reclaiming heat generated by refrigeration compressors. Back then, environmental issues weren't a focus, but Fareway found ways to conserve. This allowed us to pass the savings along to our customers so we could provide the highest quality food at an affordable price.
Learn moreEmployees Who Make It All Possible
Our team is the heart of everything we do, and we’re deeply grateful for their dedication, hard work, and commitment to serving our customers with excellence. We believe in creating a workplace where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to grow. From our meat experts and cashiers to our corporate staff and store managers, each team member plays a vital role in helping us fulfill our mission.
Learn moreExceptional Meat & Grocery
We proudly offer our famous full-service meat departments, where expert butchers provide fresh, high-quality cuts that are never pre-packaged or injected, tailored to meet our customers’ needs. Our farm-fresh produce is carefully selected for peak flavor and supports local growers whenever possible. Beyond fresh departments, our commitment to fully stocked grocery shelves ensures our customers find everything they need—from Fareway private-label branded items to unique local products. Can’t find it? Just ask!
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