FILE -- In-N-Out sign shown in this image. (Maynard Binaday via MGN)
Irvine, Calif.
In-N-Out has been known for treating its employees well when it comes to pay and it appears those perks are only going up, especially for managerial positions.
A spokesperson for the classic California fast-food chain recently revealed to Inc. that store managers now earn more than $200,000 a year on average.
“Our founders, Harry and Esther Snyder, believed not only in taking great care of our customers, but also in taking really great care of our associates,” the publication quoted the spokesperson. “Their philosophy was to treat associates like family and strive to be an outstanding employer and paying higher-than-normal wages was one important part of that philosophy.”
The average In-N-Out manager was making about $163,000, as reported by Forbes in 2018.
According to In-N-Out, its managers usually start as hourly employees and work their way up through its training program.
Managers are said to typically stay with the company for about 15 years, a number that is higher than normal in the industry, with a study reporting higher turnover rates for quick-service positions.
The spokesperson said In-N-Out continues to see lower turnover numbers for both management and staff positions, something that strengthens its ability to serve customers at a high level consistently.
“We’re deeply grateful for our exceptional family of associates and the excellent job they do taking care of our customers every day,” the spokesperson told the publication.
In-N-Out has been known for paying above minimum wage for many of its positions. The fast-food chain has credited this strategy with helping it attract and retain workers at every level of the business.
The burger chain also often touts its “commitment to quality” when it comes to the product, using fresh, high-quality ingredients in its meals, something that has been attracting its fans for decades.
In-N-Out has previously announced expansion plans, with more locations currently slated for grand openings in Arizona, Utah and Tennessee.