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Nestlé Benefits

Benefits Designed to Help You Thrive

At Nestlé, we invest in your development, recognize your ambition, and offer benefits that support your financial wellbeing, your health, and your life—both inside and outside of work.

 

Health & Wellbeing

At Nestlé, health and wellbeing are central to how we care for our people. We offer benefits to support overall physical and mental wellness to help employees feel their best—today and for the long term.

From everyday care to deeper health support, our benefits are designed to make it easier to prioritize wellbeing and maintain an active, healthy lifestyle throughout every stage of life.

Comprehensive Coverage

You'll have your choice of highly-competitive medical plans covering in-network preventive care at no cost, as well as dental and vision options, and robust prescription drug coverage.

We offer generous Paid Time Off (PTO) that you can use for any need, and typically 11 paid holidays per year as well as additional floating holidays in most locations.

Support That Goes Beyond Traditional Benefits
  • Expert cancer care, diabetes support, and a surgical excellence program with no‑ or low‑cost procedures at top‑rated providers
  • Access to wellness discounts such as fitness center memberships
  • Convenient in-person or virtual medical, behavioral, and urgent care
  • Mental wellbeing support that extends beyond Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering rapid access to therapy in under two days through a diverse provider network
  • Personalized coaching to set goals and develop strategies to improve your overall health and wellbeing
  • Access to meditation and mindfulness resources to inspire, guide and support you
  • Dedicated health care concierge for the LGBTQ+ community and loved ones
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Financial Benefits

Nestlé supports employees’ financial wellbeing by offering pay and benefits that promote financial confidence today, and security for the future. Our programs are designed to support you throughout your career, giving you flexibility and freedom to make choices that fit your life.

Compensation is competitive, market-focused, and performance driven, ensuring our employees are rewarded fairly for the work they do. We support career progression and regularly review pay programs to ensure transparency, compliance, and alignment with business needs and recognized standards.

Comprehensive Coverage

Our 401(k) plan helps you build long-term financial security, offering both Roth and before-tax savings options, along with company contributions that support your retirement readiness.

We offer Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) that allow you set aside pre‑tax dollars for eligible medical, dental, vision, prescription, and dependent care expenses—helping your paycheck go further.

Support That Goes Beyond Traditional Benefits
  • Biannual contributions to your HSA, helping you pay for eligible healthcare expenses
  • Income protection including Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability, Basic + Supplemental Life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
  • Confidential financial coaching to guide you through life’s key moments
  • Education reimbursement for job-related degrees or certificates
  • Save with group‑negotiated rates on legal services, auto & home insurance, and pet insurance
Family Support

At Nestlé, we care for the whole family. Our programs and resources are designed to flex with your life, so you and your loved ones have what you need to live and work your way.

Nestlé’s inclusive, gender-neutral Parental Support Policy stands out with 18 weeks of fully paid parental leave and up to 8 weeks of unpaid leave for primary caregivers, with a maximum total leave of 26 weeks.

Support That Goes Beyond Traditional Benefits
  • Up to four weeks of fully paid parental leave for the parent who is not designated as the primary caregiver
  • Access to personalized mental-health support for you and your dependents
  • Access to leading fertility specialists who provide the most advanced, effective fertility treatment including coverage for elective fertility preservation
  • Adoption and surrogacy assistance, including reimbursement up to $10,000 of eligible expenses (per adoption or per surrogacy attempt)
  • Discounted back-up care for children, elders, and pets
  • Tutoring and test preparation support for your family
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Lifestyle & Perks at Nestlé
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Lifestyle Spending Account

Each year, Nestlé gives you money to spend on almost anything. You can book a spa day, go on a shopping spree, take a flight to visit family, enroll in language courses, and so much more. Anything that will help refresh, energize, or help sustain your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.

*$250 for part-time employees

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Discounts That Support Everyday Life

Exclusive savings on Nestlé products and special offers across travel, fitness, entertainment, electronics, and home services from thousands of retailers nationwide, designed to support your whole family.

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Pet Adoption Reimbursement

Cats and dogs are part of the family—and at Nestlé, we recognize the important role pets play in supporting our wellbeing, reducing stress, and bringing joy to our daily lives. Eligible employees can receive a $200 reimbursement after welcoming a new dog or cat into their family.

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Real Recognition

We celebrate the impact our employees make every day. Through our recognition program, managers and colleagues award points for meaningful contributions—points you can redeem for rewards you’ll genuinely enjoy, from useful items to once-in-a-lifetime experiences.

Award-Winning Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help our people feel supported at every stage of life. From health and well‑being to inclusion and flexibility, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive—and our efforts have been recognized by respected organizations that set the standard for employee benefits and workplace culture.

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This is a summary of benefits for prospective full-time Nestlé employees. It does not provide complete details, nor is receiving this information a guarantee of employment. The benefits we offer are subject to the terms of each respective Plan document, insurance policy or company policy. More detailed benefit information will be provided at the time of employment. Some benefits may differ among employee groups. Check with local management for coverage details. These benefits are effective January 1, 2026, but are subject to change.