HelloFresh's approach towards employee benefits often appears to be minimal, seemingly aimed at meeting basic requirements rather than genuinely prioritizing a positive working environment. Salaries are on par with market rates, while the allocated vacation time, starting at 25 days, falls noticeably below that offered by other German employers, including tech companies in Berlin. Other benefits provided by the company are, at best, at an average market level. The office space at HelloFresh is characterized by a modern design that, unfortunately, leans towards the negative end of the spectrum. It tends to be dimly lit and lacks assigned desks, resulting in insufficient lockers for accommodating all staff members. Consequently, employees often feel a lack of ownership or comfort within the workspace. This issue becomes particularly evident during compulsory 'Company Days,' where all employees are expected to be present at the office, leading to a shortage of desks and high noise levels. Even on a typical day with only around 20% desk utilization, there remains a shortage of meeting rooms. In general, it can be observed that HelloFresh is currently experiencing a challenging stage of growth. Although the company is still heavily influenced by its founders, they seem to overlook the fact that with over 1000 engineers employed, personal loyalty alone cannot sustain the business effectively.
