Subway Overview

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Restaurants
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Subway is a hospitality company focusing on fast food, submarine sandwiches, and wraps. Founded in 1965 in Connecticut, this American multinational franchise also offers salads and beverages to customers worldwide. With a diverse workforce of 5,000 employees, Subway takes pride in its balanced blend of political orientations and demographic backgrounds. Tthe company generates an annual revenue of $16.1 billion.

Under the leadership of CEO John Chidsey, Subway continues to expand its brand globally. Competing with other well-known establishments such as Panera Bread and Chipotle Mexican Grill, Subway strives to maintain its position in the fast-food industry. With a commitment to quality ingredients and customer satisfaction, Subway remains a popular choice for quick, delicious meals.

Subway's Mission Statement

As we continue to grow, we are guided by his passion for delighting customers by serving fresh, delicious, sandwiches made-to-order right in front of you.

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Job openings at Subway
783 Positions
Average salary at Subway
$25,489 yearly

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Subway employee reviews
3.7/5

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A zippia user wrote a review on Jan 2024
Pros of working at Subway

The customers happiness.

Cons of working at Subway

Poor Managment, overworked, underpaid for the work we do, encouraged to work off the clock/during breaks.

Subway Benefits

There is none.

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4.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Jan 2024
Pros of working at Subway

It's a friendly envirionment that has really brought me put of my shell.

Cons of working at Subway

Having to interact to customers, putting on a smile and friendly voice for all shifts is mentally draining

Subway Benefits

There isn't many bennifits. However, we are ensured an employee's 50% discount on all items.

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5.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Sep 2023
Pros of working at Subway

The food but I am a master sales man i used to upsale everything from footlongs to milk for a kids meal i put my all in for that store

Cons of working at Subway

everything

Subway Benefits

I felt at home and just ran stuff

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4.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Jul 2023
Pros of working at Subway

I felt heard in my work place. I could always be open on my opinions on things I think needed attention.

Cons of working at Subway

At times it would get a bit overwhelming with some of my coworkers not moving forward with certain task.

Subway Benefits

Getting to meet new faces and learning from them.

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3.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Jun 2023
Pros of working at Subway

pretty much tell them when you want to work.

Cons of working at Subway

People spreading your business and management sucked.

Subway Benefits

there was none

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A zippia user wrote a review on May 2023
Pros of working at Subway

I liked meeting people and listening to how they wanted there sub made and then making it perfect for them

Cons of working at Subway

Didn't pay enough

Subway Benefits

I got a free sub everyday

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5.0
A zippia user wrote a review on May 2023
Pros of working at Subway

The customers and the whole atmosphere

Cons of working at Subway

It gets really really busy when working by my self

Subway Benefits

Free food and beverages

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4.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Mar 2023
Subway Benefits

free food...............................................................................

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3.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Feb 2023
Pros of working at Subway

Relaxed atmosphere and the employees.

Cons of working at Subway

Having to wash my hands due to having a skin condition.

Subway Benefits

Discounted food

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4.0
A zippia user wrote a review on Jan 2023
Pros of working at Subway

The discount and free soda

Cons of working at Subway

Uncertain hours and unfilled positions which require me to take a rain check on my own plans

Subway Benefits

Commision

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The team at Subway

  • The founders of Subway are Carmela Deluca, Fred Deluca and Peter Buck.
  • The key people at Subway are John Chidsey, Carmela Deluca and Fred Deluca.
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John Chidsey
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Carmela Deluca
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Fred Deluca
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Peter Buck

Subway Rankings

Subway is ranked #8 on the Best Hospitality Companies to Work For in Connecticut list. Zippia's Best Places to Work lists provide unbiased, data-based evaluations of companies. Rankings are based on government and proprietary data on salaries, company financial health, and employee diversity.

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Subway salaries

6.6
Salary Score
The average a Subway salary in the United States is $25,489 per year. Subway employees in the top 10 percent can make over $38,000 per year, while Subway employees at the bottom 10 percent earn less than $16,000 per year.
Average Subway Salary
$12.25
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$25,489 yearly
Updated March 14, 2024

And if you're looking for a job, here are the top jobs Subway is hiring right now:

  1. Team Leader
  2. Store Manager
  3. Shift Supervisor
  4. Shift Leader
  5. Assistant Manager

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Subway diversity

9.8
Diversity Score
We calculated Subway’s diversity score by measuring multiple factors, including the ethnic background, gender identity, and language skills of Subway’s workforce.
Subway diversity summary. Zippia estimates Subway's demographics and statistics using a database of 30 million profiles. Zippia verifies estimates with BLS, Census, and current job openings data for accuracy. We calculated Subway's diversity score by measuring multiple factors, including the ethnic background, gender identity, and language skills of Subway's workforce.
  • Subway has 5,000 employees.
  • 65% of Subway employees are women, while 35% are men.
  • The most common ethnicity at Subway is White (63%).
  • 16% of Subway employees are Hispanic or Latino.
  • 11% of Subway employees are Black or African American.
  • The average employee at Subway makes $25,489 per year.
  • Subway employees are most likely to be members of the democratic party.
  • Employees at Subway stay with the company for 2.5 years on average.
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Subway Financial Performance

9.8
Performance Score

Highest paying Subway competitors

Compare Subway salaries to competitors, including Mr Goodcents Franchise Systems Inc, Panera Bread, and Chipotle Mexican Grill. Employees at Mr Goodcents Franchise Systems Inc earn the highest average yearly salary of $37,107. The salaries at Panera Bread average $32,973 per year, and the salaries at Chipotle Mexican Grill come in at $32,507 per year.

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Subway may also be known as or be related to Doctor's Associates Inc, Doctor's Associates Inc., Pete's Super Submarines (1965–1968), Subway and Subway IP LLC.