The Kroger Family of Companies
Update to Store Mask Policy
Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, The Kroger Family of Companies’ most urgent
priority has been the safety of our associates and customers. We have adhered to
guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and our Chief
Medical Officer Dr. Marc Watkins and listened to our associates and customers to guide
our policies.
Last week, the CDC issued new guidance for individuals who have been fully vaccinated.
We have received feedback from and heard the valued opinions of thousands of
associates regarding the CDC’s announcement. Based on the CDC’s science-based
guidance and the input of our associates, we are updating our mask policy in a way that
balances our values of safety and respect.
Our current mask guidance requires unvaccinated associates to wear masks and
requests that unvaccinated customers wear masks when in our stores and facilities. In
light of the Delta variant and updated CDC recommendations, we strongly encourage all
individuals, including those who are vaccinated, to wear a mask when in our stores and
facilities. We will continue to abide by all state and local mandates and encourage all
Americans to get vaccinated, including our associates.
We will continue to implement enhanced cleaning and physical distancing across all
facilities as well as offer associates a $100 one-time payment for receiving the
recommended doses of the COVID-19 vaccine. We also encourage customers to visit
www.kroger.com/covidvaccine to make an appointment. Many pharmacies are also
accepting walk-in appointments for added convenience.
