BHIM Chouhan is bringing more than 25 years’ experience managing and owning supermarkets to Boort.
With wife Krishna, they have taken over the Boort IGA after this month’s retirement of long-time owner Delip Kumar.
Purchase of the Boort supermarket is an expansion of their involvement with the IGA.
Bhim and Krishna have owned the Barooga supermarket for seven years and will continue to operate that business.
He said they were pleased to have a greater role in the IGA group that was known for good delivery and service in rural and regional areas.
“Boort people have been very welcoming and friendly since we arrived and have been understanding as we work through the transition of ownership and making sure we are well stocked on all lines of grocery and liquor,” Bhim said.
“We have been made to feel at home.”
Bhim, who started in supermarkets in Sydney, said the focus was on a family bnusiness that was part of the community.
“We have retained all staff who were here with Delip and also put on two new staff,” he said.
“We want to make sure there is good customer service.”