Big Y Hiring More Than 100 Workers For New Grocery Store In Westport

WESTPORT, CT — New England-based supermarket chain Big Y is looking to hire more than 100 workers at its soon-to-open store at 1076 Post Road East in Westport, officials announced.

An exact opening date has not been disclosed, but interested candidates can apply at the store from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, from Aug. 26 through Oct. 18. The store is expected to open in late October.

"Open positions include bakery, meat/seafood, in-store deli/kitchen, produce/floral, center store, department managers, assistant department managers, cashiers and overnight stock clerks," officials wrote. Applications are also being accepted on the store's website.

The company offers flexible shifts and scheduling options, in addition to paid holidays and time off, among other benefits. Employee training includes courses on customer service, safety and food sanitation, among other lessons.

Big Y's new Westport market is in the space that Amazon Fresh was planning to move into, but the online retail giant had a change of heart, which opened the door for Big Y. Amazon owns a Whole Foods Market a few miles away on the Westport/Norwalk border.

Based in Springfield, Massachusetts, Big Y operates more than 80 stores in Connecticut and Massachusetts, and employs more than 12,000 workers.

"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, in a statement. "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."