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".
Big Y in the News contains excerpts from press releases that have been sent to local media.
Hiring for Big Y Express Fresh Market at Tower Square
SPRINGFIELD, MA – (April 13, 2023) Big Y Express Fresh Market will begin on the spot hiring for their location at 1500 Main St in Springfield. The hiring event on April 18th will be from 3-6PM at Suite 164 in Tower Square at 1500 Main St. in Springfield.
Currently, up to 10 part time positions are available. Interested applicants should apply at www.bigy.com/careers prior to the event. Big Y offers flexible shifts and many scheduling options. “Big Y is the perfect working environment for those seeking flexible shifts and excellent benefits,” says Meaghan Tetreault, Senior Manager Employee Relations & Field Services for Big Y.
Many will be surprised at what Big Y will be able to offer within this new location’s format. While not a complete supermarket due to its size, Big Y Express Fresh market will showcase an assortment of items from many different departments. Over 250 different fresh produce items are sure to wow the downtown community. Also, this fresh market will carry freshly baked breads and cakes, bean to cup coffee, hot breakfast sandwiches and other high-quality prepared meals and sandwiches, freshly made sushi, natural and organic products, and everyday necessities. Store hours are Monday – Friday 6AM – 7PM and Saturdays and Sundays from 8AM – 6PM.
“We’re excited to bring an entirely new shopping format to downtown Springfield. We know that there has been an appetite for Big Y’s fresh and local foods for many years now. We are confident that customers will enjoy our many offerings and welcome their feedback at any time,” says Colin M. D’Amour, Senior Director of Big Y Express.
Big Y Foods, Inc. is one of the largest independently owned supermarket chains in New England. Big Y operates locations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut including supermarkets, Table & Vine Fine Wines and Liquors and Big Y Express gas and convenience locations with over 10,000 employees. Big Y has been recognized by Forbes as a Best-in-State Employer in Massachusetts and Connecticut, as well as 2018 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".