Coborn's Incorporated
The History of Coborn's, Inc.
Determined, hard working, proud and visionary; those are the words that best characterize the owners and employees of Coborn's, Incorporated.
The legacy of Coborn's began in 1921 when Chester Coborn opened a single produce market on Broadway Avenue in Sauk Rapids, Minnesota. Eventually, Chester added dry goods and other merchandise as he tried to meet the needs of his customers. In 1936 the company took another big step when the store added a meat market.
As time passed, the store continued to evolve, adding shopping carts and checkout lanes in the 1940s. In 1952, the store adopted the "cash and carry" concept that is prevalent in today's marketplace. Today, Coborn's, Incorporated owns and operates 39 Coborn's and Cash Wise Foods grocery stores in the upper Midwest.
In 1970 Coborn's opened their first liquor store. A natural complement to the grocery stores, today there is a liquor store either within or located close to nearly all Coborn's and Cash Wise Foods locations.
A true pioneer in the grocery industry, Coborn's, Inc. was the first grocery retailer in the state of Minnesota to utilize scanning at its front-end checkouts, starting in 1972.
Recognizing the potential for what, at the time, was termed a warehouse or discount grocery store, Coborn's opened its first Cash Wise Foods store in Willmar, Minnesota in 1979. While the Cash Wise stores traditionally do not provide bagging services, they are priced well below conventional grocery stores, making them very attractive to a large number of consumers. Coborn's currently operates nine Cash Wise Foods stores throughout the upper Midwest.
Seeking to fill yet another niche, Coborn's opened its first convenience store in 1986. The Little Duke's Convenience Stores are named in honor of Duke Coborn, father and grandfather of the present owners. The stores, located in Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota, pride themselves on cleanliness, friendly service and competitive gas prices. 24 hour "pay at the pump" is now available at most locations.
With the recent introduction of the "Limited Assortment" store format (Save-A-Lot Foods), Coborn's, Inc. is poised to compete in today's ever-changing marketplace. Stores in Freeport, Illinois and Dubuque, Iowa continue to show positive trends, and the company remains bullish on future Save-A-Lot locations.
Coborn's, Inc. is recognized for its outstanding commitment to the communities it serves. The company annually donates more than $2 million and thousands of volunteer hours toward making a positive difference in our communities. Coborn's Golden Rule is “Treat all with dignity and respect.” We make it our goal to “Be The Best” in every market we serve. This focus on customer service, freshness, value and community involvement is the cornerstone of Coborn's, Inc.'s success story!
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Sartell, Minnesota
Overview The primary focus of this position is the creation of delicious sandwiches, along with efficient transportation, handling, and delivery of merchandise to guests. This Sandwich Artist is responsible for greeting our guests when they...
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Sartell, Minnesota
Overview We're hiring for a part-time Deli Clerk to join our Deli team! We'll provide the training; you just bring the positive attitude and desire to learn! The primary focus of this position is to provide remarkable customer service to ou...
6h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Willmar, Minnesota
Overview Coborn's, Inc. is proud to provide pharmacy services in multiple communities that we operate in. Pharmacy Clerks are critical to ensuring a smooth pharmacy operation and a positive experience for our guests! In this position, you'l...
6h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Director of Pharmacy Operations
St. Cloud, Minnesota
Overview We're looking for an experienced and forward-thinking Director of Pharmacy Operations to lead our pharmacy division and help shape what's next. This highly visible leadership role combines pharmacy operations, strategic growth, fin...
6h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Moorhead, Minnesota
Overview Looking to turn your pharmacy education into real-world impact? As a Coborn's Pharmacy Intern, you'll gain hands-on experience working alongside licensed pharmacists and a supportive pharmacy team. You'll be at the heart of daily o...
6h
| Job Type | Intern |
Plymouth, Minnesota
Overview The Bakery Clerk II is responsible for upholding our high standard of service by ensuring guest product is prepared, packaged, and labeled per order. This position is responsible for managing the production of artisan, pastry and/o...
6h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Overview The Bakery Clerk II is responsible for upholding our high standard of service by ensuring guest product is prepared, packaged, and labeled per order. This position is responsible for managing the production of artisan, pastry and/o...
6h
| Job Type | Full Time |
Liquor Store Assistant Manager
Waseca, Minnesota
Overview The Liquor Store Assistant Manager assists the Liquor Store Manager by directing and managing all phases of the liquor store operations. Duties include assisting the Liquor Store Director In carrying out store plans and activities....
6h
| Job Type | Full Time |
St. Cloud, Minnesota
Overview Coborn's Central Bakery in St. Cloud, Minnesota is hiring for a Bakery Finisher/Packager to join our remarkable team! As an employee of Coborn's, Inc., the Bakery Finisher Packager finishes and packages bakery products. Duties incl...
6h
| Job Type | Full Time |
St. Cloud, Minnesota
Overview Does the scent of fresh-baking bread make your mouth water? How about pastries, cakes, donuts and cookies? Then check out a position with room for advancement at our amazing Central Bakery, located in St. Cloud, Minnesota! Help cre...
6h
| Job Type | Full Time |