Fresh & Easy Opens 150th Store; 11 Stores to Open in April

BURBANK, Calif., April 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Burbank Mayor Gary Bric joined Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market CEO Tim Mason today to celebrate the opening of Fresh & Easy's 150th store at Olive & Verdugo in Burbank.  Fresh & Easy also opened in three other communities today, bringing wholesome food at affordable prices to new neighborhoods in California.  Fresh & Easy stores opened today:

"We started just over two years ago with a simple idea – every neighborhood deserves access to fresh, wholesome food at affordable prices.  We're happy to have become a part of 150 neighborhoods so far and to have created so many good, local jobs," said Mason.  "Celebrating our 150th store is a wonderful milestone and we're excited to continue opening even more stores in all types of neighborhoods."

In the next two weeks, Fresh & Easy plans seven more store openings in California and Arizona.  Fresh & Easy stores opening on April 14:

Fresh & Easy stores opening on April 21:

Fresh & Easy has over 3,500 employees and has created nearly 650 jobs already this year.  The company has created a positive, team-based culture, where everyone is treated with respect.  All Fresh & Easy employees are given the opportunity to work at least 20 hours per week, which entitles them to comprehensive and affordable healthcare, including vision, prescription drug, dental and medical coverage with the company paying at least 75%.  Entry-level positions start at $10 an hour in California, with similarly competitive salaries in other states, and offer a quarterly bonus of up to 10% as well as a 401(k) with company match.  

About Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market

Fresh & Easy opened its first store in November 2007 and currently operates more than 150 stores in California, Arizona and Nevada.  In addition to fresh, high-quality prepared meals and produce, Fresh & Easy offers everyone's favorite national brand products and household items, all at unbelievably low prices.  

On average, Fresh & Easy stores use 30% less energy than a typical supermarket – helping the environment and saving customers money at the same time.  All fresh&easy brand products contain no artificial colors, flavors or added trans fats and use preservatives only when necessary.

More information regarding Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market can be found at www.freshandeasy.com.  

SOURCE Fresh & Easy