Is it okay to make a joke about some employees being in the 1%.
Will that 1% get the joke without being offended?
I hope so, I'm pretty sure they're not that dumb. I don't care if I offend them either.
You might personally find it funny to be in such a high status, but it probably won't for the rest of the employees. Do you really want to make them feel bad about their situation? How about trying to help them reach better heights instead.
If they can't take a joke, they should get out of my country.
Wow, isn't that a little too much? Everyone deserves respect, especially the ones under you. If you respect them, they will respect you back no matter your background.