Food City has named Rick Bishop as executive vice president of store operations for the grocer’s Chattanooga division.
Bishop brings more than 34 years of industry experience to the newly created position, according to the company. His new duties include oversight of store operations for the Chattanooga division, which is comprised of 27 Food City locations as well as their pharmacy and Gas n’ Go fuel centers.
Steven C. Smith, Food City president and chief executive officer, said Bishop is a proven leader and has served as a district manager and promoted many of his associates into key roles throughout the organization.
“We’re really excited about the opportunity for Rick to lead our newly formed Chattanooga division,” Smith said in a statement. “He will bring a keen insight to this new role and will become an active member of the greater Chattanooga community.”
Born and raised in Rogersville, Tenn., Bishop began his career at 18, accepting a position as courtesy clerk for Super Dollar Markets, which was later acquired by Food City. He was quickly promoted through the ranks, serving as cashier, front-end manager, bakery manager, seafood manager and assistant store manager.