Founded in 1960 in North Carolina, Harris Teeter has been enriching the lives of our customers and our communities for decades. Today, Harris Teeter employs 36,000 valued associates and operates more than 250 stores and 70 fuel centers in seven states and the District of Columbia. In addition to our retail stores, we operate grocery, frozen food and perishable distribution centers in Greensboro and Indian Trail, North Carolina.
From fresh, high-quality products to innovative offerings, Harris Teeter delivers an exceptional shopping experience at a great value, which is why Harris Teeter is proud to be ‘your neighborhood market.’
Harris Teeter is committed to not only supporting its communities by donating millions in food and funds to non-profits each year, but we also support our valued associates by offering comprehensive benefits, career growth opportunities and an incredible work culture. This commitment demonstrates Harris Teeter’s purpose to Enrich Lives: One Meal, One Family, One Associate and One Community at a time.
Harris Teeter’s History:
In 1936, W.T. Harris borrowed $1,500 to open the first Harris Food Store in Charlotte, North Carolina. The store was founded on three principles: high-quality products, clean stores and superior customer service. Harris was considered a pioneer of the grocery industry and opened the first supermarket that featured air-conditioning and stayed open until 9 p.m. on Friday nights.
Just a few years later, Willis L. Teeter and his brother, Paul, opened their first Teeter’s Food Mart in Mooresville, North Carolina. On February 1, 1960, Harris Super Markets and Teeter’s Food Marts merged to form Harris Teeter Super Markets, Inc. with 15 stores in operation.
Now with more than 250 stores and 36,000 valued associates, Harris Teeter is proud to provide an exceptional shopping experience to millions of customers each year.
