Big Y in the News
Big Y Foods, Inc. is one of the largest independently owned supermarket chains in New England. Big Y operates 84 locations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut including 70 supermarkets, Table & Vine Fine Wines and Liquors and 13 Big Y Express gas and convenience locations with almost 12,000 employees. Big Y has been recognized by Forbes as a Best-in-State Employer in Massachusetts and Connecticut, as well as Employer of Choice by the Employers Association of the Northeast. Founded in 1936 by brothers Paul and Gerald D'Amour, the store was named after an intersection in Chicopee, Massachusetts where two roads converge to form a "Y".
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Big Y Hosts Hiring Event for New Store in Westport, CT
Westport, CT (August 12, 2024) –
Big Y Foods, Inc. will be hiring to fill over 100 part-time and full-time positions at their newest supermarket in Westport, CT. The hiring site is located at 1076 Post Road East, Westport, CT. Open positions include bakery, meat/seafood, in-store deli/kitchen, produce/floral, center store, department managers, assistant department managers, cashiers and overnight stock clerks. All interested applicants should apply at www.bigy.com/careers.
Below is the hiring site schedule including hours. The site will be open August 26th through October 18th.
Hours:
Monday - Friday
9:00am – 5:00pm
Why Big Y?
Big Y offers flexible shifts and many scheduling options. “We are dedicated to fostering growth, not only for our business, but also for our employees. Our commitment to providing career opportunities goes hand in hand with our focus on building a strong community,” said Ashley McFarlane, Employment Manager. “We believe in putting people first, offering competitive benefits and wages for our employees’ well-being, while creating an environment where everyone can thrive and succeed together,” she added. Big Y’s employee benefits include competitive wages, paid holidays, paid time off, tuition assistance, scholarships, a 401(k) plan, and a work/life care program.
New employees participate in comprehensive training to include customer service, safety and food sanitation, and finally, the technical training required for their position. Big Y offers continuous in-house training and outside educational opportunities. Their Tuition Assistance Plan reimburses qualified employees for business-related college degree courses.