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Safeway Plans to Close Hayward Supermarket in 2026, Aiming to Save Jobs

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EFFECTIVE DATE
Jan 1, 2026

What we know

Location: Hayward, California.

Based on news reporting.

Summary

Safeway has announced plans to close its supermarket located in Hayward, California, by 2026. While the closure is set to take place, the company aims to save jobs for its employees during this transition. Specific details regarding the number of employees affected by the closure have not been disclosed. The decision reflects ongoing adjustments within the company as it navigates operational changes. The planned closure is part of a broader strategy to streamline operations while attempting to retain staff where possible.

LayoffTalk has tracked 23 layoff events at Safeway since June 2023, including 1,350 jobs documented in official WARN filings, with 12 additional events known from news reporting.

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Safeway
Consumer Staples · 100,000 employees
23
EVENTS TRACKED
1,350
JOBS IN WARN FILINGS
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CREATED DEC 26, 2025LAST UPDATED JUL 29, 2026