New Price Rite Store to Occupy Space Previously Held by Ollie's
Price Rite Marketplace to Open New Store in Waterbury, Connecticut
In an exciting development for residents of Waterbury, Connecticut, it has been announced that Price Rite Marketplace will be opening a new grocery store in the fall of 2025. The store, which is currently accepting applications for approximately 50 positions, will be located at 881 Wolcott Street, previously occupied by Ollie's Bargain Outlet.
Price Rite Marketplace, a registered trademark of Wakefern Food Corp., is a key player in the food and consumables retail industry, ranking No. 27 on The PG 100, Progressive Grocer's 2025 list of the top retailers in North America. Wakefern Food Corp., a retailer-owned cooperative based in Keasbey, New Jersey, and the largest supermarket cooperative in the United States, operates the Price Rite chain, which has 53 grocery stores across 8 states.
The new store in Waterbury will offer a wide selection of everyday essentials and big-value club-size items, as well as a diverse selection of authentic foods and flavors to cater to the local community's tastes and traditions. The store will also feature energy-saving glass doors on all dairy cases and energy-efficient lighting and refrigeration systems to promote sustainability.
Kevin McDonnell, president of Price Rite Marketplace, expressed his excitement about growing the team in Waterbury and offering employment opportunities to local residents. The associates of the Price Rite Marketplace are considered the heart of the stores, and the company is committed to delivering great value and friendly service.
Price Rite Marketplace celebrated its 30th anniversary this month, marking three decades of providing affordable and quality grocery options to communities across the United States. The opening of the Waterbury store aligns with this expansion plan set for late 2025.
For those interested in applying for a position at the new Price Rite Marketplace store, more information can be found on the company's website. Stay tuned for further updates on the exact opening date and any events or promotions that may be associated with the grand opening.
In line with Price Rite Marketplace's expansion plan, the new store in Waterbury, Connecticut will not only offer a wide range of essentials and club-size items but also cater to the local community's tastes with a diverse selection of authentic foods and flavors. To contribute to this and other operations within the store, interested applicants can find job listings and application information on Price Rite Marketplace's website.
