King Soopers

King Soopers

Type	Subsidiary
Industry	Retail

King Soopers is a supermarket brand of Kroger located primarily in the Rocky Mountains of the United States. It operates stores in Colorado and Wyoming.

History

King Soopers was founded in 1947 by Lloyd J. King and his family in Arvada, Colorado. The name "King Soopers" was chosen to convey the idea of a "super" market. The chain quickly expanded throughout the Denver metropolitan area and beyond.

In 1983, King Soopers became a part of the Kroger Company, one of the largest supermarket chains in the United States. This acquisition allowed King Soopers to benefit from Kroger's extensive resources and distribution networks.

Operations

King Soopers operates a variety of store formats, including traditional supermarkets and larger "Marketplace" stores that offer a wider range of products, including clothing and home goods. The stores are known for their wide selection of groceries, fresh produce, meats, and bakery items.

Store Locations

King Soopers has over 100 locations, primarily in Colorado, with a few stores in Wyoming. The stores are strategically located to serve urban, suburban, and rural communities.

Products and Services

King Soopers offers a wide range of products, including:

• Fresh produce
• Meat and seafood
• Dairy products
• Bakery items
• Deli and prepared foods
• Health and beauty products
• Household goods

The stores also provide services such as:

• Pharmacy
• Floral
• Fuel centers
• Money services

Community Involvement

King Soopers is actively involved in the communities it serves. The company supports local schools, food banks, and other charitable organizations through donations and volunteer efforts. King Soopers also participates in Kroger's "Zero Hunger | Zero Waste" initiative, which aims to end hunger in the communities it serves and eliminate waste across the company by 2025.

Parent Company: Kroger

Kroger is one of the largest retail companies in the United States, operating over 2,700 supermarkets and multi-department stores under various banners. Kroger is known for its commitment to quality, value, and customer service.

See Also

• Kroger
• Supermarket
• Retail

External Links

• [Official King Soopers website](https://www.kingsoopers.com)