CINCINNATI – The Kroger Co. announced that it will provide “thank you” pay to hourly grocery, supply chain, manufacturing, pharmacy and call center associates. 

"Our associates have been instrumental in feeding America while also helping to flatten the curve during the initial phases of the pandemic,” said Rodney McMullen, Kroger's chairman and chief executive officer. “To recognize and thank our associates for their incredible work during this historic time, we offered special pay in March, April and May."  

The one-time payment will be $400 for full-time associates and $200 for part-time associates.