FoodWorks store manager Ross Mills, with employees Kathy and Ingrid, is excited to finally open to the public.
By Alison Noonan
HUNDREDS of shoppers flocked to Tooradin for the opening of the new FoodWorks supermarket on the weekend.
The long-awaited store opened to a flurry of business on Saturday, with eager locals bursting through the doors after a four-month wait. Store manager Ross Mills said he was excited to finally unveil the shop to the public and looked forward to a long and prosperous future in the coastal village.
“After a long wait it is great to finally be open,” he said.
“We pride ourselves on providing friendly, old-fashioned customer service and look forward to supporting the local community.
“We employ all local kids and use local suppliers. We have a good variety in all departments, including deli, produce, dairy, frozen and liquor.”
The new FoodWorks supermarket is open seven days a week from 7.30am to 8pm weekdays and 8am to 8pm weekends.
The store is located on the South Gippsland Highway, Tooradin.
