As board president of Seward Community Cooperative, I am writing to let you know that our long-term General Manager, Sean Doyle, has decided to resign to take a position with the National Cooperative Grocers. As General Manager of Seward Co-op, Sean has played many roles over his 18 years — leader, manager, cooperator, confidante, role…
At Seward Co-op we are grateful to the fantastic staff members who keep the co-op running smoothly. They bring laughter and passion to each day and their jobs. Eve (she/her), Bakery Supervisor at the Creamery production facility, exemplifies this. Eve’s passion for cooking, food justice, and sustainability led her to the co-op after she graduated…
Sustain Black-Owned Businesses at Seward Co-op Celebrate Black and African-American-owned businesses year-round! We are honored to stock our stores with a multitude of food and personal care products that sustain inclusively-owned businesses. Our Ends Statement is rooted in equitable economic relationships, positive environmental impacts, and inclusive, socially responsible practices. Although we know that alone we…
Seward Co-op opened its doors on a dreary winter day in 1972, during a time when food prices were sky-rocketing, faith in government was at a low point, and civil rights issues were at the forefront of evolving social movements. The world seemed increasingly fragile, alienating, and volatile, and people responded by participating in grassroots…
Seward Co-op is voluntarily recalling Red Quinoa Tabouli Salad because of possible undisclosed allergens (tree nuts) . People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. Red Quinoa Tabouli Salad – Seward deli product 12 oz container UPC:0203726010654…
We’d like to once again thank Liz Liddiard Wozniak (she/her) for the many years of growth she ushered in before she retired. Liz’s retirement comes new opportunities for staff. The loss of Liz’s guidance in Human Resources will be felt, and in her stead, Seward Co-op is proud to introduce the next generation of leaders…
2021 Annual Co-op Owner Meeting Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, Oct. 26 for the Annual Co-op Owner Meeting, 6:30–8 p.m. As we begin a year of celebrating our 50th anniversary as a co-op, we’ll reflect on who we are as part of a broader cooperative movement working for justice and the abolition of oppressive…
On Monday, Aug. 23, the co-op received its first payment on our request for the federal Employee Retention Credit (ERC). The co-op applied for the ERC for the first two quarters of the current calendar year. We qualified because of the government-mandated closure of our seating areas and restaurant. These closures caused both a material…
The end of summer is near, and as the days grow shorter, many have been preparing for back-to-school season. Here at Seward Co-op, we’re ready to help students of all ages gear up to start the new school year on their best foot. We’ve got sustainable containers, a variety of snacks (create your own in…
Seward-Made Mozzarella Where would we be without fresh mozzarella on our pizzas, in our Caprese salads, and for snacking? This Italian cheese was originally made from the milk of water buffalo. Because its original fresh unpasteurized form did not lend itself well to travel, it was initially a regional cuisine. Thankfully with the advent of…
