For over 60 years, King Soopers has been dedicated to providing the highest quality groceries and exceptional customer service to families across Colorado. Founded in 1947, we have grown from a single store in Arvada to over 150 locations across the state today. But through all of our growth and evolution over the decades, our commitment to being a trusted neighborhood grocery store has remained the same.
Our History
King Soopers was founded by Joe King and his business partner Bob Soupene in 1947. They opened the very first King Soopers in Arvada, CO with a simple goal – to provide quality groceries at affordable prices. In those early days, King Soopers focused on offering exceptional meat and produce, bringing in the freshest fruits, vegetables and cuts of meat every day.
As King Soopers grew over the years, we expanded our selection to become a full-service grocery store. We added bakeries, pharmacies, and sit-down dining sections to provide even more convenience and value to our shoppers. In the 1980s, King Soopers began opening larger Marketplace stores, featuring an even wider array of departments and products under one roof.
Today, King Soopers operates over 150 stores across Colorado’s Front Range and Western Slope. We continue to provide that same focus on quality, service and value that Joe King started with back in 1947. Now a subsidiary of Kroger, King Soopers is proud to remain a Colorado-owned company serving Colorado communities.
Our Stores
King Soopers stores come in a variety of sizes to fit the needs of each individual neighborhood. Our smallest stores contain about 45,000 square feet, while our largest Marketplace stores can be up to 140,000 square feet. No matter what the size, each store is designed to make shopping easy and enjoyable.
When you walk into a King Soopers, you’ll find wide aisles with clear signage to make navigation simple. Our departments are strategically placed so you can pick up everything on your list with ease. You’ll find a full-service meat counter with butchers ready to assist you, a fresh bakery with cakes, pies and artisan breads baked daily, and a large produce section filled with crisp fruits and vegetables delivered daily.
Most King Soopers locations also contain additional services like pharmacies, florists, wine & spirits, gas stations and dining areas. Our goal is to be your one-stop shop for everything your family needs. We even have online shopping with curbside pickup available to help save you time!
Our Products
At King Soopers, you’ll find a complete selection of groceries for your family at everyday affordable prices. We offer a 100% money-back guarantee on everything we sell – if you aren’t satisfied, just bring your receipt back for a full refund.
We work directly with local farmers and vendors to bring in fresh produce like apples from Palisade, artisan cheeses from the Western Slope, and green chilies from Pueblo. Our butcher counters offer USDA Choice beef, all-natural chicken, and our popular selection of fresh marinated meats.
Our bakeries make fresh breads, cakes, cookies and pastries daily for the best flavor and quality. You’ll also find a wide selection of natural and organic groceries, a gluten-free section, and international foods that reflect the diversity of our communities. King Soopers also has affordable private label options like KS baking ingredients, canned goods, snacks, household items and more.
Our Services
At King Soopers, we strive to provide exceptional service and go the extra mile for our customers. Here are some of the services we offer to make your shopping experience great:
- Pharmacy:Our pharmacies are staffed with knowledgeable pharmacists who can answer your medication questions, fill your prescriptions quickly and make sure you get the care you need. Many locations have drive-up windows for added convenience.
- Curbside pickup:Shop online at king-soopers.com or using our app, then simply pull into a designated parking spot at the store and we’ll bring your groceries right out to your car.
- Floral departments:Each King Soopers has a friendly team of floral designers ready to prepare beautiful custom bouquets, wreaths and arrangements for any occasion.
- Deli/Bakery catering:Planning a party? Our delis and bakeries can provide trays, platters, cakes and desserts with just a few days notice.
- Dietitians:Our registered dietitians are available for free nutrition tours, diet planning and help with specialty diets like gluten-free, keto and plant-based eating. Just ask!
- Gas rewards:Link your King Soopers rewards card to save 5-20 cents per gallon at our fuel centers.
- Western Union:Send and receive money transfers at any check lane.
- Money Services:Purchase money orders, pay your utility bills, buy stamps and ship packages.
The friendly associates at King Soopers are committed to stocking our stores promptly, keeping shelves clean and organized, and providing quick friendly service at check-out and all departments. Please let us know if we can assist you in any way!
Our Company Values
At King Soopers, we firmly believe that adhering to strong values makes our company better and enables us to best serve our customers, associates and communities. Here are the core values that guide our business each day:
Integrity
We always act honestly, ethically and in accordance with the law. We treat our customers, vendors and each other with fairness, transparency and respect.
Accountability
We take ownership over what we do and how we do it. We make business decisions thoughtfully and stand behind our actions. Each associate has an important role to play.
Community
We are dedicated to strengthening and supporting the communities we serve. We embrace diversity, inclusion and belonging. We give back through charitable partnerships, local sourcing and sustainability initiatives.
Safety
We provide a clean, hazard-free workplace and shopping environment where all customers and associates feel secure. We proactively address risks and promote health and wellbeing.
Teamwork
We work together toward shared goals, communicating openly and appreciating each person’s contributions. Collaboration makes us more effective and delivers the best results.
Excellence
We aim to be the very best at what we do through continuous learning and innovation. We build our legacy one great customer experience at a time.
By living these values each day, King Soopers seeks to uphold our reputation as the state’s leading grocer. We strive to make a positive difference in the lives of our customers, associates and Colorado communities.
Our Community Engagement
As a Colorado-owned company, supporting our local communities is extremely important to King Soopers. We aim to be a good community partner and neighbor through the following initiatives:
- We partner with organizations like Food Bank of the Rockies and Care and Share Food Bank for Southern Colorado to help provide meals to families in need. King Soopers stores regularly conduct food drives to support these food banks across the state.
- Through our Nourishing Neighbors program, we have donated over $50 million to local schools, youth sports, and charitable organizations over the past decade.
- We support Colorado farmers and producers by sourcing many of our products locally. This provides customers with fresher food and helps local economies thrive.
- Our pharmacy teams administer free flu shots each fall to help keep communities healthy and safe.
- We participate in recycling programs, donate unsalable food, and implement sustainability practices to reduce food waste.
- King Soopers associates volunteer their time and talents regularly to causes like Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals, Special Olympics of Colorado, and March of Dimes.
- We offer grants to support community events, donate gift cards to local organizations, and get involved in neighborhood initiatives.
King Soopers is dedicated to continued community engagement across Colorado. We welcome partnerships and ideas to help make a difference locally. Please reach out to share ways we can work together to strengthen our neighborhoods.
Our Employees
King Soopers employs over 19,000 associates across Colorado. Our people are our greatest asset, and we strive to provide the best work environment possible. Here is how we support our employees:
- We provide comprehensive benefits packages including health/dental insurance, 401K plans, tuition reimbursem*nt and employee discounts.
- Hourly associates receive competitive pay, regular raises, overtime pay and Sunday/holiday premiums.
- We promote diversity, inclusion and belonging through our Associate Resource Groups like the African American Resource Group, PRIDE and Salud y Bienestar.
- Training programs help associates build careers in fields like pharmacy, marketing, IT, logistics, retail operations and management.
- Annual employee surveys allow us to evaluate job satisfaction and make improvements based on feedback.
- We prioritize communication between leadership and frontline associates to foster collaboration.
- Employee assistance programs offer confidential counseling, financial planning, legal services and other resources.
- Special appreciation events like holiday meals, anniversary celebrations and store cookouts say “thank you” to our teams.
- Safety policies, training and equipment work to prevent workplace injuries and illnesses.
At King Soopers, our associates strive to provide top-notch customer service while working in a supportive environment. We are proud to employ so many outstanding people across our home state of Colorado. Please feel free to apply to join our team!
Looking Ahead
As King Soopers moves forward into the future, we remain committed to being Colorado’s favorite grocery store. We will continue adapting to meet our customers’ changing needs while staying true to our core mission.
Some priorities for King Soopers in the coming years include:
- Continuing to enhance our ecommerce options like grocery pickup and delivery
- Renovating and refreshing our stores to offer new departments and services
- Adding convenience locations like smaller urban format stores
- Expanding our prepared foods and meal solution offerings
- Implementing new technologies to improve shopping experiences
- Further reducing food waste and operating sustainably
- Forming new community partnerships and local sourcing relationships
While the grocery landscape keeps evolving, our dedication to serving Colorado with quality, value and care will remain steadfast. We consider it an honor to have been each neighborhood’s trusted grocery store for so many years.
Here’s to many more decades as Colorado’s favorite place to shop for food! Please visit us in-store or online at king-soopers.com to see how we can serve your family’s grocery needs today and into the future.
