Christopher Wilkes

Proudly Serving: Safeway #8886 Callingwood, Edmonton, AB

Position: Store Manager

Core Value: Get it Done with Passion and Integrity

Chris remembers well his first day on the job back in 1978. “I was asked to get a haircut. Twice,” laughs Chris. “Day one and day two. I got the haircut once and it wasn’t quite short enough so back to the barber for a second time.” Now Chris is the one teaching employees. “Chris is a huge role model and leader,” states the nomination letter. “He leads by example on a daily basis. He is the glue that holds the store together with his upbeat and positive attitude.” Chris regularly demonstrates the values of respect and integrity. For instance, when he saw two people begging in the store parking lot, he struck up a conversation. “They looked like they were hungry so I bought them some sandwiches and water, told them to take their time in the shade and enjoy their lunch.” Working for a company with similar values is gratifying, says Chris. “My Sobeys is a company that has been very good to me.”