A COSTCO customer shared their thoughts about limited food court security.
Costco recently implemented a membership crackdown by reserving the food court to members only, but not all stores followed suit.
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The anonymous user posted their complaint on a Costco subreddit responding to another user’s question.
They asked why it was mandatory to have a Costco membership for food court access, as this prevented them from buying the iconic, cheap hot dog.
“Come to mine,” the user replied. “Open to all.”
“Hence the lot is full of hot rodding high schoolers and the court is full of teens. Not a time to go.”
More users hopped on the bandwagon.
“It’s not fair to people who pay for a membership if anyone can go and use those services/eat there,” one person added.
Another user said Costco’s membership fee is, “100% profit.”
They said closing the food court off is an effective business strategy to ensure people pay for memberships.
COSTCO MEMBERSHIP
According to Costco’s website, there are two membership options: an Executive Membership and a Gold Star Membership.
While the Executive Membership has an annual fee of $120, the Gold Star membership only costs $60 annually.
Note these price points do not include additional sales taxes.
Both options offer shopping access to online and inside warehouses and come with two membership cards.
There’s also a 100% satisfaction guarantee to ensure customers can make seamless returns.
The Executive Membership additionally offers Costco service discounts and annual 2% rewards.
Costco membership system
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How do you sign up for a Costco membership?
Visit the official Costco website or go to a Costco warehouse location near you.
What are the benefits?
- Access to Costco warehouses and Costco.com for purchasing a wide range of products at discounted prices.
- Exclusive discounts and savings on groceries, electronics, household items, and more.
- Access to Costco’s Kirkland Signature brand products, known for their quality and value.
- Costco’s customer satisfaction guarantee which ensures members are satisfied with their purchases or can receive a refund.
- Additional benefits for Executive members, such as an annual 2% reward on eligible purchases, extra discounts on select services, and access to some travel and insurance benefits.
What changes are Costco bringing in?
- Expanding its online presence and improving its e-commerce platform to provide a seamless shopping experience for members.
- Increasing focus on sustainability by offering more eco-friendly products, reducing packaging waste, and investing in renewable energy.
- New services such as expanded travel services, enhanced pharmacy services, and additional payment options.
- It is always adding new products and brands to its lineup to meet changing consumer preferences and demands.
ANOTHER MEMBERSHIP
Costco isn’t the only grocery chain giant offering special perks to members.
Walmart rolled out its Walmart+ membership, competing against Amazon Prime.
Subscribers can enjoy free delivery, scan-and-go checkout, fuel discounts, and more.
Some Walmart locations have even reserved self-checkout stations for Walmart Plus members, which not all customers are happy about.
The membership has a $12.95 monthly fee with the option to cancel at any time, while the annual membership is $98.
To sign up, consumers can go to Walmart’s website, select “Account” and then “Walmart +” and start a free 30-day trial.
The U.S. Sun compared Walmart + perks to Amazon Prime.
Also, Amazon’s CEO announced plans to lower product prices.