New Mariano's Adds Union Jobs In Des Plaines

DES PLAINES, IL — A new Mariano's grocery store opened Wednesday as part of a public-private partnership with the Des Plaines Park District.

The new location has added 375 union jobs to the area, while Mariano's has pledged $670,000 to improve parks, according to an announcement from State Senator Laura Murphy (D, IL-28).

“These 375 new jobs are proof that Illinois is ready and open for business,” Murphy said, taking the opportunity to bash Governor Bruce Rauner. “The governor’s anti-worker agenda will do nothing to create a single job in Illinois. He needs to drop his radical agenda and focus on passing a budget to create economic stability in our state.”

Mariano’s President Den Rosanova, along with Murphy and other local officials, was on hand for the official opening of the newest, 37,000-square foot location of the grocery store, a subsidiary of the regional chain Roundy's.

“Our primary focus is to provide every customer with the freshest food possible, while creating a distinct, one-stop shopping experience,” said Don Rosanova, president of Mariano’s. “We will help our customers shop well, eat well and live well, whether they come to grocery shop, relax with a glass of wine or meet up with friends and family for dinner.”

» via Illinois Senator Laura Murphy

From Mariano's Official Announcement:

Mariano’s Des Plaines will feature an array of offerings fit for any lifestyle, including:

• Sweet Shoppe features caramel apples dipped onsite, handmade fudge and flavored popcorn.

• Todds BBQ offering daily smoked brisket, ribs, and more, all with a variety of tangy, spicy and sweet sauces.

• Vero authentic Italian coffee and gelato shop features premium coffees fresh-roasted locally and homemade gelato.

• Oki Sushi has a menu of signature colorful Maki rolls and sashimi creations prepared by onsite sushi chefs using only premium restaurant-quality ingredients, including a selection of sustainable sushi-grade seafood, organic produce and rice, nori and fish flown in from Japan.

• SQUEEZ’D smoothie bar showcasing a variety of made-to-order, all-natural fruit and vegetable smoothies, plus Mariano’s signature fresh-squeezed fruit juices.

• Floral department offers more than 30 varieties of cut flower bunches and unique, recipe-specific bouquets, as well as floral arrangements from in-house designers

• Full-service pharmacy with friendly and accessible pharmacists, immunization services, the Mariano’s Prescription Savings Club and the unique PharmaSmart Blood Pressure machine.

In celebration of the Des Plaines opening, Roundy’s will make a donation to the Self Help Closet & Food Pantry. Located in Des Plaines, the Self Help Closet & Food Pantry provides food, clothing and paper products to approximately 1,000 individuals each month and is governed by a board of directors and has a volunteer staff of around 70 individuals.

Mariano’s Des Plaines will be open seven days a week from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. The pharmacy will be open Monday through Friday from9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.