Lowes Foods

Lowes Foods is a regional grocery retailer founded in 1954 in North Wilkesboro, North Carolina. With over 80 locations, it primarily serves customers in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. As part of the Alex Lee family of companies, Lowes Foods emphasizes integrity, customer service, and community involvement. The company offers a wide range of grocery products, including fresh produce, meat, dairy, bakery items, and specialty foods. Lowes Foods has transformed its shopping experience by introducing innovative store concepts, such as community tables and a "micro-village" atmosphere, which engage customers in a fun and interactive way. The company focuses on local sourcing, collaborating with area farmers and manufacturers to provide fresh, local products and support community growth. Lowes Foods targets a diverse customer base, appealing to everyday grocery shoppers as well as those seeking specialty and artisanal items. Its commitment to community engagement and unique shopping experiences positions it as a modern, customer-centric grocery retailer.

Retail Winston-Salem, United States Founded 1954 ~1,382 employees

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Employees
1,382
+0.6% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$1.2M
Revenue ~$1.6B
12-month attrition
13.1%
Tech: 24.1%
H1B filings, FY2024
1
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
312
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Lowes Foods went from 1,430 employees in Jul 2023 to 1,382 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 49 people joined, 54 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other1,216
Success61
Marketing22
Sales21
Finance18
HR18
Operations15
Design6

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Executive1

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Lowes Foods FAQ

How many employees does Lowes Foods have?

Lowes Foods has about 1,382 employees, up 0.6% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Lowes Foods sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Lowes Foods filed 1 H1B (LCA) application in FY2024, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. It was for a Executive role.

What is Lowes Foods's revenue per employee?

Lowes Foods makes about $1.16M in revenue per employee, based on $1.6B annual revenue and 1,382 employees.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.