Bemidji, Minnesota
Then
Then: 1966
Lueken's Food Stores, Inc. was founded in 1966 by Joe Lueken. He built his business on honesty and serving his employees and customers like family.
Joe Lueken
Founder and CEO, 1966 - 2012
NOW
NOW: 2023
Lueken's Food Stores are 100% employee-owned.
Today, we have 8 stores in 3 communities in Minnesota and North Dakota. We are committed to future growth exclusively for the benefit of our employee-owners, their families and communities in which we live.
WHY
Why We Do What We Do
We exist to build stronger employees, families, and community by sharing ownership and supporting our local economies. This purpose was written through contributions from employees at all levels of the company. We are a diverse team. We all have our own life goals and dreams, but our purpose is what unites us.
HOW
How We Do What We Do
Our core values are centered around honesty, making a positive difference, and improving lives. Like our Purpose, our values were stated by employee-owners at all levels of the company. This is how we learn to think and act like owners.
- 2011 - Joe Lueken
Charlie Naylor Lifetime Achievement Award - 2012 - Minnesota Top Workplaces
Minneapolis Star Tribune - 2013 - Minnesota Top Workplaces
Minneapolis Star Tribune - 2014 - Minnesota Top Workplaces
Minneapolis Star Tribune - 2019 - Business of the Year
The Business of the Year Award celebrates the resilience, fortitude and vital role these businesses play in building our region’s reputation as an incubator for ideas and economic growth. - 2021 - Healthy Workplace
The Healthy Workplace Award is given to businesses who provide opportunities for employee involvement, growth and recognition; implements health and safety measures; supports work-life balance; and cultivates a culture that advances the health and well-being of their staff. - 2021 - National Top Workplaces
Minneapolis Star Tribune
WHAT
What We Do
We are food enthusiasts!
We enthusiastically put food on the tables of our community; whether our customers or families in need through local organizations.
Food brings us all together.
Come join us at our table!
NEXT
What's Next
Employee ownership is the future of a more prosperous and shared economy. Imagine what can be accomplished in an organization dedicated to its employees, families, and community.
Join our team and make a difference.
We have very exciting plans for the future!
Join Our Team
Lueken's Village Foods
At Lueken’s Food Stores, we value a positive attitude, integrity, family and fun and that shares a strong work ethic and dedication to first-class service. As a Lueken’s employee, you can look forward to rewarding opportunities in a great team environment. If you are a person who will flourish in the high energy culture of employee-ownership and you approach life with a friendly and positive attitude, we invite you to apply.
Please drop off a completed application at either of our Bemidji locations or send it via email to hiring@luekens.com