CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. - Dec. 18, 2019 - Approximately 170 employees at The Markets of Tiger Fuel Company, a chain of gourmet-to-go convenience stores in Central Virginia, are receiving on average an 11% wage increase, effective last month. Wage and salary increases varied by position, experience, tenure and other variables. To make these raises possible, Tiger Fuel will invest over $300,000 more on wages per year. President Gordon Sutton says the significant increase is part of their goal to offer competitive wages and attract and retain the best employees in Central Virginia.

"As a family owned and operated business, we strive to provide our team with a great workplace, the best benefits and the ability to build a long and rewarding career at Tiger. We're proud to invest in our employees and know it will inspire everyone to be the best version of themselves and provide the best customer service experience in our community."

Tiger Fuel was recently named one of the best places to work in Charlottesville in C-Biz Magazine.

In February 2019, the company partnered with CareTeam to open a new health center dedicated to their employees and families. Employees can schedule appointments and be seen by a full-time nurse practitioner. Preventative visits are free and all other visits require a small copay of $25.




"We are deeply committed to investing in our people and designing a benefits package, called Tiger Life Care, that supports our employees' overall health, wealth and quality of life," says Director of Human Resources Ryan Whitlock. In addition to health insurance and vacation benefits, Tiger Fuel offers a 401K retirement plan, financial wellness support, employer paid life and disability insurance, an employee assistance program, subsidized gym membership, employee discounts on fuel and car washes, and a holiday bonus.

To learn more about Tiger Fuel Company and view open positions, visit www.nowhiring.com/tiger.

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